6.13 Spelling and Punctuation

• Many consonants at the end of French words are silent.


  True
• Common spelling mistakes in French often arise from confusing vowel sounds
• Why is the 's' included in 'très', even though it is silent?

  It is part of the spelling
• What sound does the 'eau' digraph make in French?

  The "o" sound
• The accent on 'à' distinguishes it from 'a' and affects pronunciation
• Why must the 's' in 'très' be included in its spelling?

  It is part of the spelling
• What punctuation mark introduces lists or explanations in French?

  Colon
• Why are accents important in French spelling?

  Change pronunciation
• What accent is missing in the sentence 'Je vais a Paris'?

  à
• What are three crucial elements for accurate spelling in written French?

  Vowel sounds, accents, silent letters
• What is the correct vowel sound in the phrase 'J'ai un beau chat'?

  o
• What is the function of the accent on 'à' in French?

  Distinguishes it from 'a'
• What letter is silent in the word "très" in French?

  s
• The period in French is called point
• Accents in French are essential for correct pronunciation
• Match the punctuation mark with its function:

  Comma ↔️ Separates phrases or lists

  Period ↔️ Ends sentences

  Exclamation Point ↔️ Expresses excitement

  Question Mark ↔️ Indicates a question

  Colon ↔️ Introduces lists or explanations

  Semicolon ↔️ Connects related clauses
• Vowel sounds in French can have multiple possible spellings.


  True
• The 'eau' digraph in French makes the "o" sound.


  True
• Vowel sounds in English are more consistently mapped to single spellings than in French.


  True
• Accents are rarely used in English.


  True
• Why is the accent on 'à' necessary in French?

  Distinguishes it from 'a'
• Match the French spelling aspect with its English counterpart:

  Vowel sounds ↔️ Multiple possible spellings

  Accents ↔️ Rarely used

  Silent letters ↔️ Fewer at the end of words
• The 'eau' digraph in French makes the "u" sound.

  False
• Steps to avoid common spelling mistakes in French

  1️⃣ Master vowel sounds

  2️⃣ Learn accent usage

  3️⃣ Understand silent letters
• Which digraph in French produces the "o" sound?

  eau
• Are many consonants silent at the end of French words?

  Yes
• Vowel sounds in French often have multiple possible spellings.

  True
• In French, vowels often have multiple possible spellings
• What role do accents play in French spelling?

  Change pronunciation
• Mastering French spelling rules helps avoid common mistakes.


  True
• What are some common sources of spelling mistakes in French?

  Vowel sounds, accents, silent letters
• Why is understanding French spelling rules crucial for written communication in the language?

  Ensures accurate written communication
• The accent on 'à' distinguishes it from 'a' and affects pronunciation.


  True
• French punctuation marks are essential for clarity and flow in written French.


  True
• The semicolon (;) connects related clauses
• In French, many consonants at the end of words are silent
• The correct spelling for 'very' in French is très
• The 'eau' digraph in French produces the "o" sound
• Misunderstanding silent letters is a common French spelling mistake.


  True
• The correct spelling for 'Je vais a Paris' is 'Je vais à Paris