Understanding Long and Short Vowels

What is the method used to visually indicate a long vowel in a word?

• Draw a circle around the vowel

• Underline the vowel

• Draw a line over the vowel

• Highlight the vowel in red

Which symbol is used to denote a short vowel sound?

• A small 'u'

• A small 'o'

• A small 'i'

• A small 'a'

Which of the following words contains a short 'a' sound?

• Cake

• Bat

• Gate

• Mate

What is the short vowel sound in the word 'octopus'?

• A long 'o'

• A short 'o'

• A long 'u'

• A short 'u'

Which word contains a short 'u' sound?

• Umbrella

• Cube

• Tune

• Flute