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Reference Skills
Volume 3, Number 28, April 6, 1998
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Pronunciations
Use the pronunciation key or sound files in your dictionary to help you choose the correct answer.
1. Which word rhymes with gives?
a. hives
b. thieves
c. shelves
d. sieves
2. Which word rhymes with mauve?
a. love
b. navy
c. heavy
d. grove
3. Which word starts with the same consonant sound as xylem?
a. sight
b. x-ray
c. zoo
d. kiss
4. Which word starts with the same consonant sound as gnu?
a. know
b. gain
c. snug
d. giraffe
5. Which word starts with the same consonant sound as pickle?
a. phonics
b. ptyalin
c. psalm
d. pest
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