JAMB Use of English 1982 Question 46

Question 46

Spelling

Choose the most appropriate option to fill the gap: On such an important________ all the guests were expected to be at their best.

  1. A.occassion
  2. B.occasion
  3. C.ocassion
  4. D.ocasion
  5. E.occasion
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (occasion)

Explanation

The correct spelling is 'occasion': double c, single s.