R-CONTROLLED VOWELS

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What are R-controlled vowels?

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R-controlled vowels are vowels that are followed by the letter 'r' and are influenced by it, changing the way the vowel is pronounced. Examples include 'ar' in 'car', 'er' in 'her', 'ir' in 'bird', 'or' in 'for', and 'ur' in 'fur'.

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Give an example of an -ar word that is a breakfast food.

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Pop Tart.

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What is the R-controlled vowel sound in the word 'bird'?

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The R-controlled vowel sound in 'bird' is represented by the 'ir' combination.

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What is a common place where horses and cows sleep?

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Barn.

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Which word has the same vowel sound as 'bird'?

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Skirt.

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What is an example of an -ar word that refers to a celebration?

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Party.

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List the five R-controlled vowel combinations.

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The five R-controlled vowel combinations are: ar, er, ir, or, ur.

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How does the presence of 'r' affect the pronunciation of the vowel in R-controlled vowels?

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The presence of 'r' changes the way the vowel is pronounced, often making it a unique sound that does not follow the typical short or long vowel rules.

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What is the R-controlled vowel sound in the word 'car'?

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The R-controlled vowel sound in 'car' is represented by the 'ar' combination.

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Provide an example of an -er word.

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Her.

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