Reading Minor Grade Week 1

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What is a middle sound in phonetics?

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The middle sound in a word is the vowel sound that occurs between the beginning and ending consonants.

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What is a beginning sound in phonetics?

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The beginning sound in a word is the initial consonant or consonant cluster that starts the word.

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What is a rhyming word?

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A rhyming word is a word that has the same ending sound as another word, typically used in poetry and songs.

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How do you identify a picture that represents a word?

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To identify a picture that represents a word, look for visual elements that depict the meaning of the word.

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What is the importance of phonemic awareness in reading?

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Phonemic awareness is crucial for reading as it helps children understand the relationship between sounds and letters, aiding in decoding words.

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What is an example of a word that rhymes with 'cat'?

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An example of a word that rhymes with 'cat' is 'hat'.

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What is the role of vowels in forming syllables?

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Vowels are essential in forming syllables as they provide the nucleus of the syllable, allowing for the creation of sounds.

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What is the difference between a picture and a word?

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A picture is a visual representation of an object or concept, while a word is a written or spoken symbol that represents that object or concept.

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How can you find words that have the same middle sound?

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To find words with the same middle sound, listen for the vowel sound in the middle of the words and compare them.

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What is an example of a word that has the same beginning sound as 'dog'?

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An example of a word that has the same beginning sound as 'dog' is 'doll'.