Understanding the 'tch' Rule Exceptions

In this video, Hira explains an English spelling rule regarding the use of 'tch' in words. The rule states that in single-syllable words, the 'tch' sound usually follows a short vowel. However, there are exceptions, such as words like 'which', 'much', and 'rich', where 'ch' is used instead. Hira also provides important points to remember when applying this rule, such as ensuring the word is a single syllable and that there is no vowel team before the 'tch' sound. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to like and subscribe.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• Mathematics rules

• English spelling rule

• Science experiments

• History facts

When should 'tch' be used in a word?

• At the end of a sentence

• Before a consonant in any word

• After a short vowel in a single-syllable word

• After a long vowel in a multi-syllable word

Which of the following words correctly uses 'tch'?

• Such

• Rich

• Sandwich

• Catch

What is an example of a word that does not follow the 'tch' rule?

• Batch

• Catch

• Rich

• Match

Which word is an exception to the 'tch' rule?

• Much

• Batch

• Patch

• Catch

What is the purpose of learning exceptions to the 'tch' rule?

• To confuse students

• To understand all spelling rules

• To recognize words that don't follow the rule

• To make spelling more difficult

Which of the following is a learned word that doesn't follow the 'tch' rule?

• Patch

• Batch

• Rich

• Catch

What should not precede the 'tch' sound in a word?

• A long vowel

• A vowel team

• A consonant

• A silent letter

Which of the following is NOT a condition for using 'tch'?

• There should not be an 'er' sound before 'tch'

• The word must be single-syllable

• There must be a short vowel before 'tch'

• There should be a vowel team before 'tch'

What is a key point to remember about the 'tch' rule?

• It applies to all words

• It only applies to words with long vowels

• It applies to words with silent letters

• It applies to single-syllable words with short vowels