Understanding the EA Vowel Pattern

What are the three sounds made by the EA vowel pattern?

• Long e, short e, and silent

• Long e, short e, and a different sound when followed by R

• Short e, silent, and a different sound when followed by R

• Long e, silent, and a different sound when followed by R

Which word contains the long EA vowel pattern?

• Measure

• Bread

• Peach

• Here

Where can the long EA vowel pattern appear in a word?

• Only at the beginning

• Only at the end

• At the beginning, within, or at the end

• Only within

What sound does the short EA vowel pattern make?

• Long e

• A different sound when followed by R

• Short e

• Silent

Which of the following words contains the short EA vowel pattern?

• Fear

• Clear

• Bread

• Peach

What happens to the EA vowel pattern when it is followed by R?

• It makes a short e sound

• It makes a long e sound

• It makes a different sound

• It becomes silent

Which word demonstrates the EA vowel pattern followed by R?

• Peach

• Measure

• Bread

• Here

What is the purpose of using flashcards in learning the EA vowel patterns?

• To learn grammar rules

• To memorize definitions

• To practice word recognition

• To improve handwriting

How can students demonstrate their understanding of the EA vowel patterns?

• By reading silently

• By drawing diagrams

• By writing essays

• By matching words to pictures

What activity helps students review all EA vowel patterns together?

• Sorting flashcards

• Writing sentences

• Listening to music

• Drawing pictures