Vowel Diphthongs Worksheet
A Grade 5 ELA worksheet focusing on identifying and using vowel diphthongs in words.
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Vowel Diphthongs Practice
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Read the instructions carefully for each section and complete the tasks. This worksheet will help you practice identifying and using vowel diphthongs.
A vowel diphthong is a sound formed by the combination of two vowels in a single syllable, in which the sound begins as one vowel sound and moves toward another (as in 'coin' or 'loud'). The two most common diphthongs are /oi/ (as in 'oil' or 'boy') and /ou/ (as in 'house' or 'cow'). Other diphthongs include /ew/ (as in 'few' or 'new') and /au/ (as in 'haul' or 'caught').
1. Which word contains the vowel diphthong /oi/?
Book
Joy
Cat
Run
2. The word 'cloud' has which vowel diphthong sound?
/oi/
/ou/
/ee/
/ay/
Fill in the blanks with a word containing a vowel diphthong that makes sense in the sentence.
3. I heard a loud from the crowd at the game.
4. The little was playing with his toy.
5. We need to a new plan for the project.
Read each sentence and underline the word that contains a vowel diphthong.
6. The brown owl hooted from the tall tree.
7. She bought a new gown for the special occasion.
8. Please avoid making too much noise.
Determine if the following statements are true or false.
9. The word 'cow' contains the /ou/ diphthong.
True
False
10. The word 'boat' contains a vowel diphthong.
True
False
Use the words from the word bank to complete the sentences below. Each word contains a vowel diphthong.
11. Don't when you are upset; try to explain what's wrong.
12. The sailors used a rope to the flag.
13. My dog has soft, fur.
14. Please don't in the library.
Write a short paragraph (3-5 sentences) about your favorite toy or game. Try to include at least three words that contain vowel diphthongs.