Introduction To Phonetics Quiz
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What's the mame of the phonemic alphabet
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IPA
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API
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PIA
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PHO
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This quiz covers basic concepts of phonetics, including the identification of phonemes, the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), articulators, and the role of the soft palate in speech.
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What is the name given to the smallest unit of speech?
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Phoneme
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Letter
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Sound
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Syllable
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A. PhonemeExplanation
A phoneme is the smallest unit of sound in a language. It is the basic building block of speech sounds that can change the meaning of a word when substituted. Phonemes are not the same as letters or sounds, as a single phoneme can be represented by multiple letters or sounds in different languages or dialects. Therefore, phoneme is the correct answer as it accurately describes the smallest unit of speech.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is an active articulator?
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Tongue
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Lower teeth
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Hard palate
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Alveolar ridge
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A. TongueExplanation
The tongue is an active articulator because it is capable of moving and actively participating in the production of speech sounds. It plays a crucial role in shaping the vocal tract to produce different sounds by making contact with various parts of the mouth, such as the teeth, alveolar ridge, and hard palate. The movement and positioning of the tongue are essential for the articulation of many speech sounds, making it an active articulator in speech production.Rate this question:
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The nasal sounds are...
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Less than oral sounds
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More than oral sounds
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Non existent in english
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All the English sounds
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A. Less than oral soundsExplanation
Nasal sounds refer to sounds produced when air flows through the nose during speech. In English, there are a few nasal sounds such as /m/, /n/, and /ŋ/. These sounds are produced by closing the oral cavity and allowing air to pass through the nose. Compared to oral sounds, which are produced with an open oral cavity, nasal sounds are indeed less common in English. Therefore, the correct answer is "Less than oral sounds."Rate this question:
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The space between the vocal folds is called...
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Glottis
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Larynx
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Uvula
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Epiglottis
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A. GlottisExplanation
The glottis is the correct answer because it refers to the space between the vocal folds in the larynx. The vocal folds are responsible for producing sound when air passes through the glottis. The other options, such as larynx, uvula, and epiglottis, are all parts of the throat but do not specifically refer to the space between the vocal folds.Rate this question:
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Why is a phoneme meaningful?
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If you change it you change a word.
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If you change it you change the accent.
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If you change it you change the allophone.
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If you change the phoneme, meaning does not change
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A. If you change it you change a word.Explanation
Changing a phoneme can alter the word that is being spoken. Phonemes are the smallest units of sound in a language that can change the meaning of a word when substituted. For example, changing the /p/ phoneme to /b/ in the word "pat" would result in the word "bat". Therefore, altering a phoneme can change the word being communicated.Rate this question:
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Where are the vocal folds?
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In the larynx
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In the pharynx
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In the oral cavity
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In the nose cavity
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A. In the larynxExplanation
The vocal folds are located in the larynx, which is commonly referred to as the voice box. The larynx is a part of the respiratory system and is responsible for producing sound and protecting the airway during swallowing. The vocal folds, also known as vocal cords, are two bands of tissue that vibrate to produce sound when air passes through them. They play a crucial role in speech and singing by controlling the pitch, volume, and quality of the sound produced.Rate this question:
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Which one do you like?
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Option 1
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Option 2
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Option 3
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Option 4
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A. Option 1 -
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The phonemes for vowel sounds in English are...
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More than in spanish
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Less than in spanish
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The same as in spanish
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Simpler to articulate than in spanish
Correct Answer
A. More than in spanishExplanation
The correct answer is "More than in Spanish." English has a larger number of vowel sounds compared to Spanish. English has around 20 vowel sounds, including long and short vowels, diphthongs, and schwa, while Spanish has only around 5 vowel sounds. This difference in vowel sounds contributes to the challenges faced by Spanish speakers when learning English pronunciation.Rate this question:
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Which of the following options is a passive articulator?
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Tongue
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Soft palate
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Upper jaw
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Upper lip
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A. Upper jawExplanation
The upper jaw is a passive articulator because it does not actively move or participate in the production of speech sounds. It serves as a stable platform for the articulation of other speech organs, such as the tongue and lips. The upper jaw provides support and acts as a fixed point of contact for the tongue and other active articulators to create various speech sounds.Rate this question:
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Which is the speech organ responsible for changing an oral sound into a nasal sound?
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Soft palate or velum
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Nose
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Larynx
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Uvula
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A. Soft palate or velumExplanation
The soft palate or velum is responsible for changing an oral sound into a nasal sound. When the soft palate is raised, it closes off the nasal cavity, directing the airflow through the oral cavity, producing oral sounds. However, when the soft palate is lowered, it opens the nasal cavity, allowing air to pass through, resulting in nasal sounds. The soft palate acts as a valve, controlling the airflow and determining whether a sound is oral or nasal.Rate this question:
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