My View Unit 2 Review

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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. Example: 'cat'.

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What is the correct spelling of the currency used in the United States?

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Dollar.

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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 changes the way the vowel is pronounced. Examples: 'ar' in 'car', 'or' in 'for', 'ir' in 'bird'.

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What does it mean for an action to start and end in the future?

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It refers to actions that will be completed at a specific time in the future. Example: 'The team will have left practice by then.'

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Which words have the same r-controlled vowel sound?

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Words that share the same r-controlled vowel sound have similar vowel sounds influenced by the 'r'. Example: 'perhaps' and 'thirsty' both have the 'ir' sound.

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What is an example of a word with a closed first syllable?

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'Problem' is an example of a word with a closed first syllable.

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What is the definition of a syllable?

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A syllable is a single, unbroken sound of a spoken (or written) word, typically containing a vowel sound.

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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. Example: 'he' (open) vs. 'hat' (closed).

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What is the purpose of r-controlled vowels in English?

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R-controlled vowels change the sound of the vowel that precedes them, creating unique sounds that are essential for pronunciation.

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How do you identify a closed syllable in a word?

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Look for a syllable that ends with a consonant, which indicates that the vowel sound is short.