Words for NAPLAN writing test preparation. Students are assessed in Year 3, Year 5, Year 7, and Year 9.
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parallel |
The two roads were parallel to one another.
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peculiar |
This has a very peculiar taste.
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pessimistic |
If you are pessimistic, you always expect the worst to happen.
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physically |
The runner was physically fit.
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possess |
Each candidate should possess outstanding communication skills.
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prevalence |
There is a prevalence of crime in this area.
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privileged |
I am privileged because I have access to education.
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psychiatrist |
The psychiatrist only sees new patients on Fridays.
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psychology |
Psychology is the study of the human mind.
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queue |
We had to queue to get into the show.
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quiescent |
If something is quiescent, it means it is inactive or dormant.
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Learn this spelling list using the 'Look, Say, Cover, Write, Check' activity.
How to use:
Look and read the word.
Say the word. Click the speaker icon.
Cover the word.
Write the word.
Check your spelling.
Spelling games using the word list: NAPLAN: P and Q - Challenging
Springtime Spelling
Spring into spelling!
Egg Hunt
Crack the eggs!
Word Search, small
The classic English word game.
Against the Clock
Spelling 'against the clock'.
Mayan Temple
Try the temple spelling puzzle.
Monkey Business
It's bananas!
Test yourself using the 'Listen and Spell' spelling test.
Print worksheets and activities: NAPLAN: P and Q - Challenging
Handwriting worksheets: NAPLAN: P and Q - Challenging
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