Using the chart on Sourcebook page 264, select the common division principle that best matches the following two-syllable words: center.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to analyze the syllable structure of the word 'center' and identify which common division principle (VC/CV, V/CV, or VC/V) best matches it based on a chart from Sourcebook page 264.
Answer
VC/CV rule for syllable division of 'center'.
The syllable division rule that best matches the two-syllable word "center" is VC/CV. The division occurs between the consonants 'n' and 't', resulting in 'cen-ter'.
Answer for screen readers
The syllable division rule that best matches the two-syllable word "center" is VC/CV. The division occurs between the consonants 'n' and 't', resulting in 'cen-ter'.
More Information
The VC/CV pattern is a common rule for dividing syllables in words with two consonants between two vowels. In the case of 'center', the division occurs between 'c' and 't', resulting in 'cen-ter'.
Tips
A common mistake is dividing syllables incorrectly by not recognizing the VC/CV pattern or misidentifying the consonants and vowels.
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