R-Controlled er, ir, ur

Front

What is an r-controlled vowel?

Back

An r-controlled vowel is a vowel that is followed by the letter 'r' and the combination creates a unique sound that is different from the vowel's typical sound.

Front

What sound does 'er' make in words?

Back

The 'er' sound is pronounced like 'ur' in 'her' or 'bird'.

Front

What sound does 'ir' make in words?

Back

The 'ir' sound is pronounced like 'er' in 'bird' or 'girl'.

Front

What sound does 'ur' make in words?

Back

The 'ur' sound is pronounced like 'er' in 'fur' or 'burn'.

Front

Give an example of a word with 'er'.

Back

Her, better, teacher.

Front

Give an example of a word with 'ir'.

Back

Bird, girl, shirt.

Front

Give an example of a word with 'ur'.

Back

Burn, turn, fur.

Front

What is the difference between 'winter' and 'wintur'?

Back

'Winter' is the correct spelling, while 'wintur' is a misspelling.

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word for the season after fall?

Back

Winter.

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word for the number after two?

Back

Three.