The letter i: /aɪ/, /ɪ/

1. The letter i.

Listen to these words with the letter i. Put them into the correct column according to how the i is pronounced.

RULE: When the letter i is followed by consonant + e at the end of the word, the i is normally pronounced /aɪ/ as in like. Otherwise, the i is pronounced /ɪ/ as in spin.

2. Exceptions.

RULE: When the letter i is followed by consonant + e at the end of the word, the i is normally pronounced /aɪ/ as in like. Otherwise, the i is pronounced /ɪ/ as in spin.

Which words below are an exception to this rule?

Exception?

3. Sort the words.

Drag these words into the appropriate column.

4. Listen and write.

Listen and write the words you hear.

5. Listen and order.

Listen and put the words in order to make the sentences.

Listen again and repeat the sentences.