Identifying Vowel Combinations in Words

Mr. W introduces unusual combinations that produce the long A sound, such as EI, EIGH, EA, and EY. He provides examples and practice words for each combination, helping students recognize and pronounce the long A sound in various words. The lesson concludes with encouragement to continue practicing these combinations.

What is the focus of this lesson?

• Different ways to spell the long 'A' sound

• The history of the letter 'A'

• How to spell the short 'A' sound

• Pronunciation of the letter 'A'

Which combination of letters makes the long 'A' sound in 'vein'?

• EY

• EA

• EIGH

• EI

Which word contains the 'EIGH' combination making the long 'A' sound?

• Rain

• They

• Eight

• Break

In which word does 'EA' make the long 'A' sound?

• Gray

• Nay

• Great

• Freight

Which of the following words uses 'EY' to make the long 'A' sound?

• Vein

• Weight

• Hey

• Stake

Which word from the practice list contains the 'EI' combination?

• Reindeer

• Survey

• Neighbor

• Pear

Which word from the practice list contains the 'EIGH' combination?

• Stake

• Gray

• Freight

• Purvey

Which word from the practice list contains the 'EA' combination?

• Pray

• Break

• Fae

• They

Which word from the practice list contains the 'EY' combination?

• Weight

• Bear

• Neighbor

• Hey

Which of the following words is an example of the 'EY' combination making the long 'A' sound?

• Survey

• Eight

• Stake

• Rain