FREE aReading Foundational Skills Questions and Answers
Which of the following words contains the same beginning sound as the word "cat"?
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The word "car" shares the same beginning sound /k/ as "cat," which makes it the correct answer. Phonemic awareness focuses on recognizing similar sounds in words.
Which of the following is a word that rhymes with "sun"?
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"Fun" is the word that rhymes with "sun," sharing the same final /ʌn/ sound. Rhyming helps students develop phonological awareness.
What is the first sound in the word "fish"?
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The first sound in "fish" is the /f/ sound, made by the "f" letter. Phoneme recognition involves identifying the initial sound of words.
Which of these words has the "sh" sound at the beginning?
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The word "shark" starts with the "sh" sound, which is a blend of two sounds /ʃ/. This tests the ability to identify initial consonant blends.
Which letter makes the /b/ sound in the word "bat"?
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The letter "B" makes the /b/ sound in "bat." This is an example of recognizing letter-sound correspondence, an important foundational skill.
