Exploring Short Vowel U Sounds and Words

This video tutorial is a phonics lesson for adults focusing on the short vowel 'u'. It covers three sound pairs: 'u' and 'g', 'u' and 'b', and 'u' and 'p', providing examples for each. The lesson includes pronunciation tips and concludes with a review of the words learned. The aim is to help learners distinguish subtle sound differences and improve their phonics skills.

What is the new short vowel introduced in this lesson?

• a

• e

• i

• u

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How does the 'g' sound in the 'u' and 'g' pair?

• High-pitched

• Smooth and flowing

• Hard and clicky

• Soft and airy

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What is the first word example given for the 'u' and 'g' sound pair?

• Mug

• Bug

• Hug

• Rug

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Which word is used to demonstrate the 'u' and 'g' sound pair that means a piece of cloth on the floor?

• Rug

• Mug

• Bug

• Hug

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What is the second sound pair introduced in this lesson?

• u and g

• u and b

• u and p

• u and t

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Which word is used to demonstrate the 'u' and 'b' sound pair that means a container for washing?

• Pup

• Tub

• Rub

• Cup

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What is the third sound pair introduced in this lesson?

• u and b

• u and g

• u and t

• u and p

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CCSS.L.1.2D

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Which word is used to demonstrate the 'u' and 'p' sound pair that means a small dog?

• Cup

• Tub

• Pup

• Rub

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CCSS.L.1.5A

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Which word is used to demonstrate the 'u' and 'p' sound pair that means a drinking vessel?

• Tub

• Pup

• Rub

• Cup

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CCSS.L.1.5A

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What will be practiced in the next lesson?

• New sound pairs

• Reading sentences

• Writing words

• Listening exercises

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