Reading Multisyllabic Words

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Objective

I can break down multisyllabic words into syllables to help me read them more easily.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

Unknown Channel · 5:00

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

5 questions

1

What is a syllable? Provide an example of a word that has three syllables and break it down into its individual syllables.

2

Explain a strategy you can use when encountering a multisyllabic word that seems difficult to read. How does this strategy help you?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Break down the word "completion" into its individual syllables and explain the meaning of the word. Break down the word "compassion" into its individual syllables and explain the meaning of the word.

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