Tricky English Word Patterns

The video 'Learn to Read Tricky Word Patterns' explains how some English word patterns have unusual sounds and spellings due to historical influences. It covers specific patterns like 'e-o-u-s', 'o-u-g-h', and 'i-g-h-t', providing examples and pronunciation guidance. The video also highlights unique words with distinct pronunciations and offers tips for memorizing these patterns to improve reading skills.

What historical event contributed to the creation of tricky word patterns in English?

• The invention of the printing press

• The Industrial Revolution

• Global exploration and language mixing

• The Renaissance

Which of the following words contains the 'e-o-u-s' pattern?

• Thought

• Hideous

• Flight

• Weird

What sound does the 'e-o-u-s' combination make?

• /ɪəs/

• /oʊ/

• /aɪt/

• /ɒ/

Which word is an example of the 'e-o-u-s' pattern?

• Colonel

• Quay

• Mysterious

• Courageous

Which word does NOT follow the 'o-u-g-h' pattern?

• Bought

• Thought

• Might

• Thorough

The 'o-u-g-h' pattern can produce which of the following sounds?

• /æ/

• /ɒ/

• /aɪt/

• /ɪəs/

What is a common challenge with the 'o-u-g-h' pattern?

• It has multiple pronunciations

• It is rarely used

• It is easy to spell

• It is only found in old English

Which word contains the 'i-g-h-t' pattern?

• Colonel

• Flight

• Aisle

• Quay

What sound does the 'i-g-h-t' combination make?

• /aɪt/

• /oʊ/

• /ɒ/

• /ɪəs/

Which of the following words has a unique pronunciation not following common patterns?

• Thought

• Weird

• Courageous

• Might