Foundational Literacy: Medial Vowel Substitution

The video tutorial explains how changing the middle vowel sound in words can alter their pronunciation and meaning. It provides examples with the words 'pig', 'log', and 'ban', demonstrating how each word changes when the middle vowel is modified. This helps in understanding the construction of words and the role of vowel sounds in phonetics.

Why is understanding the middle vowel sound in a word important?

• It aids in understanding word formation.

• It improves reading speed.

• It helps in spelling words correctly.

• It enhances vocabulary.

What is the middle vowel sound in the word 'pig'?

• O

• E

• I

• A

How does the word 'log' change when the middle vowel sound is altered?

• Log becomes Lig.

• Log becomes Lug.

• Log becomes Lag.

• Log becomes Leg.

What is the new word formed when the middle vowel sound in 'ban' is changed to 'U'?

• Bun

• Bon

• Bin

• Ben

Which of the following words has the middle vowel sound 'A'?

• Pig

• Bun

• Log

• Lag