Aussprache und Intonation im Englischen: Online-Quiz für Klasse 13

Question 1

Welches der folgenden Symbole steht für den Konsonanten /θ/?

Accepted Answer

/θ/

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/ð/

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/t/

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/f/

Question 2

Welches der folgenden Symbole steht für den Diphthong /aʊ/?

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/ɑʊ/

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/eɪ/

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/ɔɪ/

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/juː/

Question 3

According to the rules of English pronunciation, how is the '-ed' suffix pronounced when preceded by a voiced sound?

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Voiced

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Voiceless

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Same as the base word

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Depends on the following sound

Question 4

In the word 'head', which sound is represented by the letter combination 'ea'?

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/eɪ/

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/ɛ/

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/i:/

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/uː/

Question 5

Which tool is commonly used to analyze and improve pronunciation?

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Spectrogram

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Dictionary

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Online translator

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Thesaurus

Question 6

In English, when is it appropriate to use a falling intonation pattern?

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At the end of a statement

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To indicate a question

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To show surprise

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To express anger

Question 7

What distinguishes the pronunciation of 'half' from 'calf'?

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Different pronunciation with different meanings

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Identical pronunciation but different meanings

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Different pronunciation but identical meanings

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Differentiation in both pronunciation and spelling

Question 8

What intonation pattern characterizes yes/no questions in English?

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Rising

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Falling

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Level

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Dipping

Question 9

Which pronunciation error is commonly made by German speakers learning English?

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Substituting /d/ for /θ/

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Using /f/ instead of /v/

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Trilling /r/

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Pronouncing /l/ with a dark sound

Question 10

Welche Rolle spielt die Zungenposition bei der englischen Aussprache?

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Sie bestimmt die Form und Qualität der erzeugten Laute.

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Sie hilft, den Luftstrom und die Lautstärke zu kontrollieren.

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Sie ist nur für die Aussprache bestimmter Konsonanten wichtig.

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Sie spielt keine bedeutende Rolle bei der englischen Aussprache.

Question 11

Was ist ein Diphthong?

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Ein Laut, der mit zwei verschiedenen Vokalqualitäten ausgesprochen wird

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Ein Laut, der mit drei verschiedenen Vokalqualitäten ausgesprochen wird

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Ein Laut, der mit einer Kombination aus einem Vokal und einem Konsonanten ausgesprochen wird

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Ein Laut, der mit einer Kombination aus zwei Konsonanten ausgesprochen wird

Question 12

Welche Silbe des Wortes "computer" wird betont?

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Die zweite Silbe

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Die erste Silbe

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Die dritte Silbe

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Keine der Silben wird betont

Question 13

Welche Intonationsmelodie wird in einer Frage verwendet, die die Antwort "ja" erwartet?

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Steigende Intonation

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Fallende Intonation

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Ebene Intonation

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Eintauchende Intonation

Question 14

Welches der folgenden ist KEIN Phänomen der verbundenen Sprache?

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Stress

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Assimilation

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Elision

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Linking

Question 15

Richtig oder falsch: Das Internationale Phonetische Alphabet (IPA) wird verwendet, um die Aussprache verschiedener Sprachen darzustellen.

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Richtig

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Falsch

Question 16

Which diphthong represents the glide from /ɪ/ to /ə/?

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/ɪə/

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/i:/

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/u:/

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/eɪ/

Question 17

Which minimal pair demonstrates the contrast between /θ/ and /d/?

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thin/din

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think/sink

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lip/dip

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cot/caught

Question 18

Which of these sounds is voiced?

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/v/

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/ʃ/

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/p/

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/θ/

Question 19

Distinguish between a diphthong and a monophthong.

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A diphthong is a combination of two vowel sounds, while a monophthong is a single vowel sound.

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A diphthong is a single vowel sound, while a monophthong is a combination of two vowel sounds.

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A diphthong is a stressed vowel sound, while a monophthong is an unstressed vowel sound.

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There is no difference between a diphthong and a monophthong.

Question 20

Which diphthong involves a transition from /ɪ/ to /ə/?

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/iːə/

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/eɪ/

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/aʊ/

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/oɪ/

Question 21

Which technique is effective for enhancing intonation skills?

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Imitating native speakers' pronunciation (shadowing)

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Writing down what is heard (dictation)

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Translating texts from one language to another

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Focusing on grammar rules

Question 22

Which of the following stress patterns is characteristic of three-syllable words with the second syllable stressed?

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Strong-weak-strong

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Weak-strong-weak

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Strong-strong-weak

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Weak-weak-strong

Question 23

Which of the following stress patterns is characteristic of two-syllable words with the stress on the first syllable?

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Strong-weak

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Weak-strong

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Strong-strong

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Weak-weak

Question 24

The intonation pattern that is typically used to indicate a question in English is:

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Rising intonation

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Dipping intonation

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Falling intonation

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Flat intonation

Question 25

Which of the following factors does NOT influence pronunciation?

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Listener's personality

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Native language

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Social class

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Regional dialect

Question 26

The correct pronunciation of the word 'yacht' is:

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jɔːt

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jækt

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jɑːt

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jɒt

Question 27

Which of the following techniques can be most effective for improving pronunciation?

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Listening to native English speakers and imitating their pronunciation

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Memorizing vocabulary lists without practicing pronunciation

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Translating directly from native language without considering English pronunciation rules

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Only studying grammar rules without focusing on pronunciation

Question 28

In English, yes/no questions typically have which intonation pattern?

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Rising

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Dipping

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Level

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Falling

Question 29

What is the primary function of stress in English?

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To emphasize important words or syllables

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To indicate the grammatical structure of a sentence

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To slow down speech

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To replace intonation

Question 30

What is the correct pronunciation of the word 'schedule'?

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/ˈʃɛdʒuːl/

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/ˈʃɛduːl/

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/ˈʃɛdjuːl/

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/ˈʃɛdiːl/

Question 31

Which sentence exemplifies the appropriate intonation for a statement?

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I'm going to the store.

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I'm going to the store?

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I'm going to the store!

Question 32

Describe the difference between 'strong' and 'weak' forms of words in English.

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Weak forms have less stress and reduced vowels, while strong forms have full stress and clear vowels.

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Weak forms are used in informal speech, while strong forms are used in formal speech.

Question 33

Why is it crucial to use correct pronunciation and intonation in English?

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It enhances clarity, effective communication, and prevents misunderstandings.

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It is only essential for native English speakers.

Question 34

In English pronunciation, which sound combination is typically realized as /ʃ/?

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sh

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ch

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si

Question 35

Which intonation pattern would a speaker most likely use to express surprise or disbelief?

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Falling-rising intonation

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Rising intonation

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Falling intonation

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Rising-falling intonation

Question 36

What is the primary purpose of using phonemic transcription in English?

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Representing the sounds of language, not its spelling.

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Improving spelling accuracy

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Simplifying pronunciation learning

Question 37

Which technique can be effective in improving English pronunciation?

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Repetition and imitation

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Translating words directly from the native language

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Reading aloud without attention to pronunciation

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Memorizing lists of words

Question 38

What is the primary function of intonation in communication?

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Conveying meaning and emotion beyond the words themselves

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Increasing speech fluency

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Indicating the end of a sentence

Question 39

Which statement about pronunciation teaching is incorrect?

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Pronunciation should be taught completely separately from other aspects of language

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Visual aids can be helpful in teaching pronunciation

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Pronunciation instruction should start with the student's native language

Question 40

What is the correct IPA transcription for the English word 'cat'?

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/kæt/

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/kə:t/

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/kæ:t/

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/kɑːt/

Question 41

Which intonation pattern is typically used in questions in English?

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Rising intonation

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Dipping intonation

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Falling intonation

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Sustained intonation

Question 42

Which of the following sentences best demonstrates the use of intonation to convey surprise?

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Really? I had no idea!

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I'm sorry, I didn't understand.

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Do you have a pen?

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Where are you going?

Question 43

Which of the following is a pure vowel sound in English, consisting of a single, sustained articulation?

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/ɑː/

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/tʃ/

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/θ/

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/ŋ/

Question 44

Which of the following is a diphthong in English, consisting of a gliding sound from one vowel to another?

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/eɪ/

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/u:/

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/ɪ/

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/ɔː/

Question 45

Which of the following consonant sounds in English is produced with the vocal cords vibrating?

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/b/

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/f/

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/k/

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/s/

Question 46

Which of the following is a stress pattern in English where the primary stress falls on every other syllable, starting with the first?

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Trochaic

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Anapestic

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Iambic

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Spondaic

Question 47

Which of the following aspects of speech is concerned with the pitch, volume, and duration of sounds?

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Intonation

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Vowel

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Consonant

Question 48

Which sentence is a question and would typically use rising intonation at the end?

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Are you going to the party?

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I went to the store.

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He is a good student.

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The book is on the table.

Question 49

Which sentence is a statement and would typically use falling intonation at the end?

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I'm going home now.

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What's your name?

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Where did you buy that shirt?

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Do you want to go to the cinema?

Question 50

Which sentence uses intonation to express surprise?

Accepted Answer

You're going to Paris?

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I'm going to Paris.

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I might go to Paris.

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I went to Paris.

Question 51

Which sentence is a question and would typically use rising intonation at the end?

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Are you coming to the party?

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The weather is beautiful today.

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I went to the store.

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He is a good student.

Question 52

How is the 'th' sound in the word 'think' pronounced?

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With the tongue placed behind the teeth and air escaping from the mouth.

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With the tongue touching the front of the teeth.

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With the tongue touching the back of the teeth.

Question 53

Which sentence conveys a feeling of surprise?

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You're going to Paris?

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The weather is beautiful today.

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He is a good student.

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I'm going to the supermarket.

Question 54

Which sentence is a statement and would typically use falling intonation at the end?

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I like pizza.

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Do you want to go to the cinema?

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What time is it?

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Is it raining today?

Question 55

Which sentence uses intonation to convey a feeling of excitement?

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I'm going to the concert tonight!

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He is a good student.

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The weather is beautiful today.

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I'm going to bed.

Question 56

Which sentence typically ends with a rising intonation, signaling a question?

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Are you going to the party?

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He likes to play football.

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I went to the store.

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The book is on the table.

Question 57

How is the 'th' sound in the word 'think' pronounced?

Accepted Answer

With the tongue placed between the teeth, creating a slight air escape.

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With the tongue touching the roof of the mouth.

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With the tongue behind the teeth.

Question 58

Which sentence, when spoken, conveys a strong sense of surprise?

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You're going to Paris?

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I like to eat pizza.

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The weather is nice today.

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He is a good student.

Question 59

Which sentence typically ends with a falling intonation, signaling a statement?

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I'm going home.

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Do you want some coffee?

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What's your name?

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Is it raining?

Question 60

Which sentence, when spoken, conveys a sense of agreement or confirmation?

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That's a good idea.

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I don't understand.

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Wow!

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Really?

Question 61

Which word has a different vowel sound from the others?

Accepted Answer

cat

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mat

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hat

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bat

Question 62

Which sentence typically uses a rising intonation at the end?

Accepted Answer

Are you coming to the party?

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I went to the store yesterday.

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The cat is sleeping on the mat.

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He is a very good student.

Question 63

What type of 'th' sound is used in the word 'thin'?

Accepted Answer

Voiceless 'th'

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Guttural 'th'

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Voiced 'th'

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Dental 'th'

Question 64

Which word has the stress on the second syllable?

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re-cord (verb)

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a-bout

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be-gin

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pho-to