"Your word is Parameter."

Katherine repeats the word, combining the first two syllables into one, and takes a deep breath before giving her answer. "Prameter. P-R-A"

The bell rings, signaling her error and sending her to the side of the stage, shoulders slumped.

Kevin walks up to the microphone without a care in the world. Joshua's hands begin to sweat.

"Your word is Monumental."

Kevin, filled with utter confidence, spells his word quickly and smoothly. He sits back down, a wide smile spreads across his face. 

With his heart beating loudly in his chest, Joshua stands and walks slowly to the microphone. His lips touch the microphone and tips the stand over, but he catches it before it can fall to the floor. "Whew!" he says, blushing. 

The audience of parents giggles. Joshua's mother is thrilled she's recording his turn.