Au or Aw

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What is the correct spelling of the word for a small freshwater crustacean?

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crawfish

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means to start a rocket or a boat?

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launch

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What is the correct spelling of the bird known for its hunting skills?

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hawk

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What is the correct spelling of the word that refers to a liquid used to add flavor to food?

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sauce

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means able to work by itself?

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automatic

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What sound does 'Au' make in words?

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The 'Au' sound is pronounced like 'aw' in 'saw'.

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What sound does 'Aw' make in words?

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The 'Aw' sound is pronounced like 'aw' in 'law'.

Front

Give an example of a word that contains 'Au'.

Back

The word 'autumn' contains 'Au'.

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Give an example of a word that contains 'Aw'.

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The word 'draw' contains 'Aw'.

Front

What is a common mistake when spelling words with 'Au' and 'Aw'?

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A common mistake is confusing 'Au' with 'Aw', like spelling 'saw' as 'sau'.