The Midwestern Accent Quiz

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1. Which phrase is used for 'Dontcha know'?

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The phrase "Don't you know" is used as an alternative for "Don'tcha know". It is a colloquial expression used in informal speech, particularly in certain dialects or regions. The phrase is used to seek confirmation or emphasize a point, similar to the phrase "You know?" or "Do you understand?"

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The Midwestern Accent Quiz - Quiz

Are you from or currently staying in a midwest city? Have you mastered the language staying in the city? Take this midwestern accent quiz to find how well... see moreyou know about the midwestern's language and accent. You can ace the quiz if you have a good command of the language. So, answer the questions in the quiz to your best abilities and see how well you remember the terms and phrases of midwestern. Wishing you good luck! And if you find the quiz interesting, share the link to see who knows better.
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2. In the Midwest, a lawyer is pronounced as

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In the Midwest, "lawyer" is pronounced as "Loy-er." This is because the "aw" sound in "law" is pronounced as "oy" in this region. Therefore, the correct pronunciation in the Midwest is "Loy-er."

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3. What is the name for a midwestern staple?

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Puppy Chow is the name for a midwestern staple.

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4. Which word is used for mid-westerns going camping?

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The term "Up North" is commonly used to refer to the mid-western region of the United States when people go camping. This phrase is often used to describe the act of traveling northwards from the mid-western states to enjoy outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, and hiking. It has become a colloquial term used by locals and tourists alike to indicate their destination for outdoor adventures in the mid-western region.

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5. What is the word used for 'sorry'?

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6. What is the pronunciation of 'caramel'?

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The correct answer is "Car-mel." This is the most commonly used pronunciation of the word "caramel."

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7. What is the word for a carbonated drink?

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The correct answer is "Soda" because it is the commonly used term for a carbonated drink. "Pop" is another term used in some regions, but "Soda" is more widely recognized and used. "Coka" and "So-duh" are not valid terms for a carbonated drink.

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8. What do you call a small, flowing body of water?

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A small, flowing body of water is typically called a creek. Creeks are smaller than rivers and usually flow into larger bodies of water like rivers or lakes. The term "brook" can also refer to a small stream, but it is often used in certain regions. "Crick" is a dialect variation of "creek" commonly used in some parts of the United States. "Pond," on the other hand, refers to a still body of water rather than a flowing one.

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9. How to say 'pecan'?

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The correct pronunciation of the word "pecan" is "Pi-con".

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10. What is the word used for 'wasted'?

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The word "schnookered" is used as a slang term to mean "wasted" or "intoxicated." It implies a state of being heavily under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Therefore, "schnookered" is the word used for "wasted" in this context.

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Which phrase is used for 'Dontcha know'?
In the Midwest, a lawyer is pronounced as
What is the name for a midwestern staple?
Which word is used for mid-westerns going camping?
What is the word used for 'sorry'?
What is the pronunciation of 'caramel'?
What is the word for a carbonated drink?
What do you call a small, flowing body of water?
How to say 'pecan'?
What is the word used for 'wasted'?
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