Syllables Assessment

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What is a syllable?

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A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken (or written) word. It usually contains a vowel sound.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'cat'?

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1

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How many syllables are in the word 'banana'?

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3

Front

What are vowels?

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Vowels are the letters A, E, I, O, U (and sometimes Y) that represent vowel sounds in words.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'computer'?

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3

Front

What is the rule for counting syllables in a word?

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Count the number of vowel sounds in the word to determine the number of syllables.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'happy'?

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2

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What is a closed syllable?

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A closed syllable ends with a consonant and has a short vowel sound, like 'cat'.

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What is an open syllable?

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An open syllable ends with a vowel and has a long vowel sound, like 'he'.

Front

How many syllables are in the word 'elephant'?

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3