Understanding the Schwa Sound

What is another name for the /ə/ sound?

• The vowel sound

• The schwa sound

• The consonant sound

• The diphthong sound

Which of the following is NOT a step in making the /ə/ sound?

• Open your mouth a little bit

• Make a sound in your throat

• Don't stretch the sides of your lips

• Open your mouth wide

Which word contains the /ə/ sound?

• Sky

• Tree

• Apple

• Balloon

In which word is the schwa sound represented by the letter 'e'?

• Circus

• Pencil

• Below

• Dinosaur

Which vowel can represent the schwa sound in the word 'circus'?

• U

• I

• E

• A