Open Syllable Flashcard

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What is a syllable?

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A syllable is a unit of pronunciation that has one vowel sound, with or without surrounding consonants.

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What is an open syllable?

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An open syllable is a syllable that ends in a vowel.

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What sound does a vowel at the end of an open syllable typically make?

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It typically makes a long vowel sound.

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How many syllables does every word have at minimum?

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Every word has at least one syllable.

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What are the vowels in the English language?

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The vowels are A, E, I, O, U, and sometimes Y.

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What is the significance of the vowel in an open syllable?

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The vowel in an open syllable determines the syllable's sound and is pronounced as a long vowel.

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Can a syllable contain consonants?

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Yes, a syllable can contain one or more consonants before or after the vowel.

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What is the difference between an open syllable and a closed syllable?

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An open syllable ends in a vowel, while a closed syllable ends in a consonant.

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Provide an example of an open syllable.

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Examples include 'go', 'he', and 'me'.

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What are the missing vowels in the sequence A _ I _ U Y?

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The missing vowels are E and O.