R-Controlled Vowels

Front

What is an R-controlled vowel?

Back

An R-controlled vowel is a vowel that is followed by the letter 'r' which changes the way the vowel is pronounced.

Front

Give an example of an -ar word.

Back

car

Front

What does the -ar in 'star' represent?

Back

The 'ar' in 'star' is an R-controlled vowel that changes the sound of 'a'.

Front

What is a synonym for 'smart'?

Back

clever

Front

What is a place where you can grow flowers or food?

Back

garden

Front

What does 'whirl' mean?

Back

To move rapidly in a circular or spiral motion.

Front

What is the correct spelling of the word for a person who helps sick people?

Back

nurse

Front

What direction is opposite of south?

Back

north

Front

What is an example of an -ir word?

Back

bird

Front

What does the -or in 'for' represent?

Back

The 'or' in 'for' is an R-controlled vowel that changes the sound of 'o'.