Foundations- Alphabet Analysis to Long Vowels Review

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How many letters are in the English alphabet?

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There are 26 letters in the English alphabet.

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What are the sounds for the letter combination 'ch'?

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The sounds for 'ch' are /ch/, /k/, and /sh/.

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What kind of vowel sound is represented by 'y' in the word 'rhythm'?

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The vowel sound represented by 'y' in 'rhythm' is a long 'y'.

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How many distinct sounds do the letters in the English alphabet make?

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The letters in the English alphabet make 44 distinct sounds.

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When does the letter 'Y' function as a consonant?

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The letter 'Y' functions as a consonant when it is at the beginning of a word.

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What is a vowel?

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A vowel is a speech sound in English represented by the letters A, E, I, O, U, and sometimes Y.

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What is a consonant?

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A consonant is a speech sound in English that is not a vowel, represented by the remaining letters of the alphabet.

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What is a long vowel sound?

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A long vowel sound is when the vowel sounds like its name, such as the 'a' in 'cake'.

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What is a short vowel sound?

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A short vowel sound is when the vowel does not sound like its name, such as the 'a' in 'cat'.

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What is the purpose of a guide word in a dictionary?

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A guide word helps you find words quickly by showing the first and last words on a page.