When the verbal termination ed, is not preceded by d or t, the e is almost universally silent: as loved, filled, barred, saved, &c. which are pronounced as if written lovd, filld, barrd, savd, &c. When d or t precedes ed, the e is fully pronounced; as, added, divided, commanded, waited, &c. : Progressive. Words of one, two, stc. syllables combined, to which the child may attach some ideas of their import: they are also suitable examples for illustrating the principles of grammar. A cheerful boy. A kind friend. A frosty morn. A fine sample. A tidy girl. A good neighbour. A rainy day, A hot summer. A severe winter. A pretty daisy. A good figure. A large belfry. A blue ribbon. A lofty mountain. A tender father. A friendly sister. A kind master. A yellow curtain. A frightful prospect. A pleasant town. The weeping willows. The loud thunder. The modest lily. The spotted leopard. The muddy rivers. The foaming billows. A basket of currants. A gallon of spirits. The lion roars. The black bird sings. Make a nosegay. Water the plants. Lemons are sour. Farmers raise grain. Light the lamp. Progressive. Honey is sweet. Bakers make bread. Tailors make clothes. The monkey chatters. Pour some cider. E |