Understanding R and L Consonant Sounds

This video tutorial explains the differences between the R and L consonant sounds, focusing on mouth positions and tongue placements. It uses word pairs like 'rate' and 'late', 'cuddle' and 'cutter', and 'feeling' and 'fearing' to illustrate these differences. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of observing mouth positions and provides practice tips using a mirror.

What are the common issues students face with R and L sounds?

• They can't hear the difference.

• They can't write the difference.

• They can't spell the difference.

• They can't see the difference.

Where does the tongue tip press when making the L sound?

• Against the lips

• Against the roof of the mouth

• Against the back of the throat

• Against the bottom teeth

How do the lips change when making the R sound?

• They press together

• They stretch wide

• They round somewhat

• They remain neutral

What is the position of the tongue tip in the R sound?

• Touching the roof of the mouth

• Touching the bottom teeth

• Not touching anything

• Touching the lips

In the word pair 'rate' and 'late', what is the key difference in mouth position?

• The lips are more rounded for 'late'

• The tongue tip is up for 'rate'

• The lips are more rounded for 'rate'

• The tongue tip is down for 'rate'

What is the mouth position for the L sound in 'cuddle'?

• Lips tightly rounded

• Tongue tip touching the bottom teeth

• Tongue tip touching behind the front top teeth

• Tongue tip down and back

In the word pair 'cuddle' and 'cutter', what is the key difference in the R sound?

• The tongue is further forward

• The tongue is further back

• The lips are stretched wide

• The tongue tip touches the teeth

In the word pair 'feeling' and 'fearing', what is the key difference in the L sound?

• The tongue tip is down

• The lips are tightly rounded

• The tongue is more forward

• The tongue is pulled further back

What is a recommended practice method for mastering R and L sounds?

• Reading aloud quickly

• Writing the words repeatedly

• Using a mirror to check mouth position

• Listening to audio recordings

How can you visually identify the R sound in the mouth?

• The tongue tip is visible

• The lips are stretched wide

• The tongue is visible through the teeth

• There is more dark space in the mouth