Long A and Short A

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What is a Long A sound?

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The Long A sound is pronounced like the letter 'A' in words such as 'cake' and 'make.'

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What is a Short A sound?

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The Short A sound is pronounced like 'a' in words such as 'cat' and 'hat.'

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Give an example of a word with a Long A sound.

Back

An example is 'train.'

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Give an example of a word with a Short A sound.

Back

An example is 'bat.'

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What does it mean to 'rake' leaves?

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To 'rake' leaves means to gather them together using a rake.

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What is a 'snack'?

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A 'snack' is a small amount of food eaten between meals.

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What is a 'label'?

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A 'label' is a piece of paper or material that gives information about something.

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What is 'latex'?

Back

Latex is a type of rubber used to make gloves and balloons.

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What does 'ham' refer to?

Back

Ham is a type of meat that comes from pigs.

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What is the purpose of a 'rack'?

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A 'rack' is used to hold or store items, like a rack for drying clothes.