Quiz Phonetic Features

What does the term [+syllabic] describe?

• Consonants

• The main part of a syllable

• Noisy sound

• Strident sounds

What is the main purpose of the [+vocalic] feature in phonetics?

• To classify nasal sounds

• To indicate loud sounds

• To identify smooth sounds

• To distinguish glides from other sounds

Which sounds fall under the category of [+approximant]?

• Silent sounds

• Vowels and glides

• Harsh sounds

• Nasal sounds

Sonorant sounds are known for:

• Having a smooth and musical quality

• Lateral airflow

• Strong breathing

• Being harsh and noisy

What do sounds that are [+continuant] have in common?

• Complete airflow blockage

• Continuous airflow

• High-pitched noise

• Lip rounding

[+lateral] sounds involve air moving:

• Over the tongue

• Through the nose

• Around the sides of the tongue

• Over the top of the tongue

[+nasal] sounds allow air to escape through:

• The mouth

• The nose

• The throat

• The lips

[+strident] sounds are known for:

• Smooth airflow

• Low frequency noise

• High frequency noise

• Nasal vibrations

Which sounds are classified as [+labial]?

• Sounds made with the uvula

• Sounds with lateral airflow

• Sounds produced with the lips

• Sounds made with the teeth

The main difference between [+voiced] and [-voiced] sounds is:

• Whether vocal cords vibrate or not

• The presence or absence of airflow

• The pitch of the sound

• The degree of lip rounding