Multi-Syllable Check

Grade 3
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ANSWER KEY — teacher copy

Part A. Circle the best answer.

1. How many syllables are in remember?
3 syllables 4 syllables
2. How many syllables are in calculator?
3 syllables 4 syllables
3. How many syllables are in important?
3 syllables 4 syllables
4. How many syllables are in together?
3 syllables 4 syllables
5. How many syllables are in photography?
3 syllables 4 syllables

Part B. Split each word into syllables on the line. Write the number in your head — then check the key.

1. octopus oc·to·pus
2. caterpillar cat·er·pil·lar
3. macaroni mac·a·ro·ni
4. hamburger ham·bur·ger
5. helicopter hel·i·cop·ter
6. animal an·i·mal

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