Hard and Soft C,G

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What is a hard 'C'?

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A hard 'C' is pronounced like the 'C' in 'cat' or 'car'. It sounds strong and clear.

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What is a soft 'C'?

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A soft 'C' is pronounced like the 'C' in 'city' or 'cereal'. It sounds gentle and is often followed by 'e', 'i', or 'y'.

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What is a hard 'G'?

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A hard 'G' is pronounced like the 'G' in 'go' or 'gum'. It sounds strong and clear.

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What is a soft 'G'?

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A soft 'G' is pronounced like the 'G' in 'giraffe' or 'giant'. It sounds gentle and is often followed by 'e', 'i', or 'y'.

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Give an example of a word with a hard 'C'.

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An example of a word with a hard 'C' is 'cat'.

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Give an example of a word with a soft 'C'.

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An example of a word with a soft 'C' is 'city'.

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Give an example of a word with a hard 'G'.

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An example of a word with a hard 'G' is 'goat'.

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Give an example of a word with a soft 'G'.

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An example of a word with a soft 'G' is 'giraffe'.

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What sound does the word 'sponge' use?

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The word 'sponge' uses a soft 'G' sound.

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What sound does the word 'cartoon' use?

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The word 'cartoon' uses a hard 'C' sound.