Understanding English Phonetics and Spelling

The video tutorial introduces a spelling rule where 'c' softens to 's' when followed by 'e', 'i', or 'y'. The teacher shares personal experiences of learning this rule and how it clarifies many English words. The tutorial then analyzes several words, including 'center', 'look', 'circus', 'computer', and 'camera', explaining their syllables, sounds, and spelling. The video emphasizes understanding phonograms to read and spell words effectively.

What happens to the letter 'c' when it is followed by 'e', 'i', or 'y'?

• It becomes silent.

• It softens to 's'.

• It changes to 'k'.

• It doubles.

Why did the narrator find English spelling confusing in school?

• They didn't know the rule about 'c' softening.

• They had a different teacher each year.

• They didn't like English.

• They preferred math.

How is the word 'center' spelled according to the rule?

• senter

• center

• centur

• sintur

What is the second sound of 'o' in the word 'look'?

• ah

• uh

• ee

• ooh

In the word 'circus', why does the first 'c' sound like 's'?

• It's followed by a 'u'.

• It's followed by an 'i'.

• It's at the end of the word.

• It's at the start of the word.

How many syllables are in the word 'computer'?

• One

• Three

• Two

• Four

What is a lazy vowel as mentioned in the context of the word 'camera'?

• A vowel that is silent.

• A vowel that is pronounced less clearly.

• A vowel that changes sound.

• A vowel that is doubled.