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Explore what happens to words when 'ed' is added at the end and discover the reasons for the different changes. Learn about the rules for short vowel words and how they are modified. Perfect for English language learners.
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What happens to the followed words when we add ‘–ed’ onto the end? Try to think of a reason for the different changes.
look ed
help ed
When we add ‘ed’ to short vowel words (a,e,i,o,u) ended in two consonant phonemes we simply add the letters e and d. hand – handed post - posted
wish ed
miss ed
When we add ‘ed’ to words with a short vowel which end with 2 or 3 consonants, we simply add the letters e and d. fetch – fetched rock - rocked
* play * cough * watch * miss
fan ned
shop ped
fit ted
When we add ‘ed’ to words with a short vowel ended with one consonant, we have to double the last letter. hop - hopped beg - begged
knot hug hum ted ged med
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