Hard vs. Soft G and C Assessment

The SOFT G makes the same sound as what other letter?

• J

• Z

• D

• S

The SOFT C makes the same sound as what other letter?

• K

• Z

• S

• Q

Which of the following words contains a SOFT G sound?

• Cage

• Gallon

• Brag

• Get

Which of the following words contains a HARD G sound?

• Badge

• Pigeon

• Gem

• Grime

Which of the following words contains a SOFT C sound?

• Charm

• Crouton

• Acre

• Celery

Which of the following words contains a HARD C sound?

• Cape

• Chat

• Cement

• Cycle

C and G make their HARD sound when... (2 correct answers!)

• They are followed by an a, o, or u.

• They are followed by an e, i, or y.

• They are part of a consonant blend.

• They are at the start of a syllable.

C and G make their SOFT sound when...

• They are followed by an a, o, or u.

• They are followed by an e, i, or y.

• They are part of a consonant blend.

• They are at the end of a syllable.

Bonus Question: Does YOUR name have a C or G in it? If so, are they hard or soft?