Understanding the Short 'a' Sound

Which of the following words contains the short 'a' sound as in 'otter'?

• Octopus

• Olive

• Ostrich

• Otter

What is the correct way to form the short 'a' sound?

• Press your tongue against the roof of your mouth

• Make your lips round and keep your mouth open

• Keep your lips tight and closed

• Close your mouth completely

Which word does NOT start with the letter 'O' but still makes the short 'a' sound?

• Octopus

• Mob

• Office

• Olive

Which of these words is an example of the short 'a' sound?

• Ostrich

• Olive

• Octopus

• Rock

Identify the word that begins with 'O' and makes the short 'a' sound.

• Rock

• Mob

• Office

• Log