Syllable Structure and Onsets

The video tutorial explores the structure of syllables, focusing on the components of onset, nucleus, and coda. It explains the role of vowels and consonants in forming syllables and introduces the concept of syllabic consonants. The tutorial also distinguishes between open and closed syllables and provides examples to illustrate these concepts. Additionally, it shares fun facts about syllables, such as rhyming and unique word structures.

What is the essential component that every syllable must have?

• Coda

• Onset

• Nucleus

• Consonant

Which part of a syllable is sometimes referred to as the 'peak'?

• Onset

• Coda

• Consonant

• Nucleus

What does the 'C' in the syllable structure stand for?

• Core

• Coda

• Cluster

• Consonant

What is the term for a syllable that starts with a vowel sound?

• Consonant cluster

• Open syllable

• Zero onset

• Closed syllable

Which of the following is an example of a consonant cluster?

• Egg

• Up

• Plan

• Eat

Which of the following is an example of a word with a zero onset?

• Strong

• Eat

• Stop

• Plan

What is the onset in the word 'strong'?

• Str

• Ng

• Rong

• O

Which of the following is not allowed as an onset consonant cluster in English?

• Str

• Bl

• Pl

• Ng

What is the onset in the word 'plan'?

• Pl

• An

• L

• P

Which of the following is an example of a word with a zero onset?

• Strong

• Plan

• Eat

• Stop