Ck sound

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What is the 'ck' sound?

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The 'ck' sound is a consonant digraph that represents the /k/ sound, typically found in words like 'back', 'clock', and 'duck'.

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When do we use 'ck' in spelling?

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We use 'ck' after a short vowel sound in a one-syllable word, such as in 'pack', 'luck', and 'sick'.

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Give an example of a word with the 'ck' sound.

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An example of a word with the 'ck' sound is 'kick'.

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What is a consonant digraph?

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A consonant digraph is a combination of two consonants that together make one sound, like 'ck', 'sh', or 'th'.

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List three words that contain the 'ck' sound.

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Three words that contain the 'ck' sound are 'rock', 'stick', and 'quick'.

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What is the difference between 'k' and 'ck'?

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The letter 'k' can appear at the beginning of words (like 'kite'), while 'ck' is used after short vowels in one-syllable words.

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How do you pronounce 'ck'?

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The 'ck' is pronounced as a hard /k/ sound.

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What is an example of a word that ends with 'ck'?

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An example of a word that ends with 'ck' is 'black'.

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Can 'ck' appear at the beginning of a word?

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No, 'ck' cannot appear at the beginning of a word; it is always found after a short vowel.

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What is a short vowel?

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A short vowel is a vowel sound that is pronounced in a quick, relaxed manner, such as the 'a' in 'cat' or the 'e' in 'bed'.