Connecticut Foundations of Reading Test (FORT) Practice

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What is meant by "open syllable" in reading?

  1. Ends with a consonant

  2. Begins with a vowel

  3. Ends with a vowel sound

  4. Contains a silent letter

The correct answer is: Ends with a vowel sound

An "open syllable" refers to a syllable that ends with a vowel sound, meaning that the vowel has a long sound and is not followed by a consonant. For instance, in the word "go," the syllable contains the vowel "o" which is pronounced as a long vowel sound because it is not closed by a consonant. This concept is critical for understanding phonics and decoding words, as it helps students recognize patterns in how vowels behave in different syllable structures. Recognizing open syllables supports reading fluency, as students learn to sound out words more effectively and apply these patterns in their reading.

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