R Controlled Vowels

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What are R-controlled vowels?

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R-controlled vowels are vowels that are followed by the letter 'r' which alters the way the vowel is pronounced. Examples include 'ar' in 'car', 'er' in 'her', 'ir' in 'bird', 'or' in 'for', and 'ur' in 'fur'.

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Give an example of a word with the 'ar' R-controlled vowel.

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An example of a word with the 'ar' R-controlled vowel is 'car'.

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What is the pronunciation of the 'er' R-controlled vowel?

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The 'er' R-controlled vowel is typically pronounced as /ɜr/, as in the word 'her'.

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List three words that contain the 'ir' R-controlled vowel.

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Three words that contain the 'ir' R-controlled vowel are 'bird', 'shirt', and 'first'.

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What is the difference between R-controlled vowels and regular vowels?

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R-controlled vowels are influenced by the 'r' that follows them, changing their typical sound, while regular vowels have a more consistent pronunciation without the influence of 'r'.

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Provide an example of a word with the 'or' R-controlled vowel.

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An example of a word with the 'or' R-controlled vowel is 'for'.

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What sound does the 'ur' R-controlled vowel make?

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The 'ur' R-controlled vowel typically makes the sound /ɜr/, as in the word 'fur'.

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How does the presence of 'r' affect the pronunciation of the vowel in R-controlled vowels?

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The presence of 'r' changes the way the preceding vowel is pronounced, often making it a unique sound that does not correspond to the standard vowel sounds.

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Identify a common mistake when spelling R-controlled vowel words.

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A common mistake is confusing R-controlled vowels with regular vowels, leading to incorrect spellings such as 'termit' instead of 'termite'.

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What is the role of R-controlled vowels in phonics instruction?

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R-controlled vowels are important in phonics instruction as they help students understand how certain vowel sounds can change when followed by 'r', aiding in reading and spelling.