VCE Syllables

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What is a VCE syllable?

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A VCE syllable is a syllable that contains a vowel followed by a consonant and then an 'e' at the end, which makes the vowel long.

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Give an example of a VCE syllable word.

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bathrobe

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Which letter combination makes the vowel long in a VCE syllable?

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The combination is a vowel followed by a consonant and then an 'e'.

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What is the VCE syllable in the word 'cube'?

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The VCE syllable is 'cube'.

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How do you identify a VCE syllable word?

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Look for a word that has a vowel, a consonant, and ends with an 'e'.

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Is 'shake' a VCE syllable word?

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Yes, 'shake' is a VCE syllable word.

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How do you spell the VCE syllable word that means to move quickly?

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cape

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What is the VCE syllable in the word 'grade'?

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The VCE syllable is 'grade'.

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Can you name a word that is NOT a VCE syllable word?

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tick (it does not have the 'e' at the end).

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What is the purpose of the 'e' in a VCE syllable?

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The 'e' makes the vowel sound long.