The video tutorial explains R controlled vowels, focusing on how the letter R changes the sound of vowels when paired with them. It covers AR and OR sounds, using examples like 'star' and 'corn'. The tutorial includes blending exercises for AR and OR words, encouraging students to practice and recognize these sounds. The video concludes with a brief mention of other R controlled vowels like ER, IR, and UR, emphasizing the controlling nature of R in these combinations.

What happens to the sound of a vowel when it is paired with the letter R?

• The R is silent and does not affect the vowel.

• The vowel sound becomes silent.

• The R takes control and changes the vowel sound.

• The vowel sound remains unchanged.

When R is paired with the letter A, what sound does it typically make?

• It makes the sound 'ur'.

• It makes the sound 'er'.

• It makes the sound 'ar', like a pirate.

• It makes the sound 'or'.

Which of the following is an example of an AR word?

• Farm

• Short

• Storm

• Corn

What sound do the letters OR typically make when controlled by R?

• Ur

• Or

• Er

• Ar

Which of the following is NOT part of the R controlled vowel family?

• OR

• UR

• AR

• OU