Exploring R-Controlled Vowels: er, ir, ur Sounds

The video tutorial introduces the concept of Bossy R, explaining how it changes the sound of vowels when paired with ER, IR, and UR. The instructor provides examples of words for each sound, helping learners understand and recognize the different pronunciations. The lesson is interactive, with questions and answers to engage students in identifying the sounds in various word positions.

What does Bossy R influence in a word?

• The number of syllables

• The length of the word

• The vowel sound

• The spelling of the word

Which sound does ER typically make in words?

• Or

• Er

• Ir

• Eh

What is the common sound for the letters ER, IR, and UR when influenced by Bossy R?

• Ir

• Er

• Ar

• Or

What does Bossy R control in a word?

• The first letter

• The vowel sound

• The last letter

• The consonants

In which word does the ER sound appear at the end?

• Paper

• Tiger

• Clerk

• Butter

Which word does not contain the ER sound?

• Water

• Butter

• Clerk

• Circle

Where is the IR sound located in the word 'circle'?

• At the start

• In the middle

• Nowhere

• At the end

What position is the IR sound in the word 'shirt'?

• Beginning

• Middle

• End

• Not present

Which word contains the UR sound in the middle?

• Hurt

• Burn

• Purple

• Church

Which of the following words contains the UR sound?

• Circle

• Turkey

• Butter

• Clerk