Closed Syllables

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable is a syllable that ends with a consonant, which 'closes' the vowel in the syllable, making it a short vowel sound.

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Give an example of a closed syllable word.

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An example of a closed syllable word is 'cat'.

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What is the vowel sound in a closed syllable?

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The vowel sound in a closed syllable is typically a short vowel sound.

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How can you identify a closed syllable in a word?

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You can identify a closed syllable by looking for a vowel followed by one or more consonants.

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

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A closed syllable ends with a consonant and has a short vowel sound, while an open syllable ends with a vowel and has a long vowel sound.

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List three words that contain closed syllables.

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Three words that contain closed syllables are 'stick', 'grip', and 'swim'.

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What happens to the vowel sound in a closed syllable?

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The vowel sound in a closed syllable is pronounced as a short vowel.

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Can a closed syllable contain more than one consonant at the end?

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Yes, a closed syllable can contain more than one consonant at the end, such as in the word 'print'.

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What is the role of consonants in closed syllables?

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Consonants in closed syllables serve to close the syllable, which affects the pronunciation of the vowel.

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How do closed syllables affect reading and spelling?

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Understanding closed syllables helps with decoding words and spelling them correctly, as it indicates how vowels are pronounced.