r-Controlled Vowel Syllables

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What is an r-controlled vowel?

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An r-controlled vowel is a vowel that is followed by the letter 'r' which changes the way the vowel is pronounced. Examples include 'ar' in 'car' and 'or' in 'for'.

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What is a syllable?

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A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken (or written) word. It typically contains a vowel sound.

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How many syllables are in the word 'safari'?

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The word 'safari' has three syllables: sa-fa-ri.

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In the word 'safari', which syllable contains the r-controlled vowel?

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The r-controlled vowel is in the 2nd syllable: 'fa'.

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In the word 'never', which syllable contains the r-controlled vowel?

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The r-controlled vowel is in the 2nd syllable: 'ver'.

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In the word 'concert', which syllable contains the r-controlled vowel?

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The r-controlled vowel is in the 2nd syllable: 'cert'.

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In the word 'flavor', which syllable contains the r-controlled vowel?

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The r-controlled vowel is in the 2nd syllable: 'vor'.

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CCSS.RF.1.3D

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In the word 'marker', which syllables contain the r-controlled vowel?

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Both syllables contain the r-controlled vowel: 'mar' and 'ker'.

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What are some examples of r-controlled vowels?

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Examples include: 'ar' in 'car', 'or' in 'for', 'er' in 'her', and 'ir' in 'bird'.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What happens to the sound of a vowel when it is followed by 'r'?

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The 'r' changes the sound of the vowel, often making it less distinct and altering its pronunciation.

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