Exploring the Variant Vowel /u/

This video tutorial introduces the concept of the variant vowel sound 'ooh', as in 'spoon'. It explains the different spellings that can produce this sound, such as 'oo', 'ou', 'ue', and 'ui'. The tutorial includes practice with words like 'spoon', 'glue', 'truth', and 'fruit', and concludes with a review of the key concepts. The focus is on helping students recognize and pronounce the 'ooh' sound in various contexts.

What is the example word used to introduce the 'ooh' sound?

• moon

• spoon

• school

• food

Which spelling does NOT represent the 'ooh' sound?

• UE

• CH

• DW

• UI

What sound does 'UE' typically make?

• ay

• ah

• ee

• ooh

Which word is spelled with 'UI' to make an 'ooh' sound?

• guide

• fruit

• cruise

• build

What sound does 'OY' make?

• oy

• ee

• ooh

• ah

What is the correct spelling for the sound in 'chew'?

• TH

• CH

• SH

• WH

Which of the following is NOT a correct spelling for the 'ooh' sound?

• DW

• UI

• U

• OY