Question

The spelling rule "i before e, except after c, or when pronounced 'ay' as in 'neighbor' and 'weigh'' applies to
Select one:
O a. weird
• b. receive
O c. seizure
• d. height

Answer 1

The correct option is:

O a. weird

The spelling rule "i before e, except after c" applies to tips regarding the order of letters in certain words, and "weird" is an example that does not follow the rule. Here are the clarifications for each option:

- **a. weird**: This word does not follow the "i before e" rule.
- **b. receive**: This word follows the rule, as it comes after 'c'.
- **c. seizure**: This word also follows the "i before e except after c" rule.
- **d. height**: This word is an exception because it is pronounced with 'ay'.

So, the best answer here is **a. weird**.