Phonetics

What is the main difference between phonetics and phonology?

• a) Phonetics studies written language, while phonology studies spoken language.

• b) Phonetics focuses on sounds in speech, while phonology studies language rules and organization.

• c) Phonetics analyzes grammar rules, while phonology examines vocabulary.

• d) Phonetics deals with semantics, while phonology focuses on syntax.

Which of the following best defines a phoneme?

• a) A unit of sound that distinguishes one language from another.

• b) A group of sounds used in conversation.

• c) A sound contrast that can change the meaning in a language. .

• d) A tangible manifestation of speech sounds

Which of the following statements about English vowels is true?

• a) English has five vowel sounds similar to Spanish.

• b) Spanish speakers find it easy to distinguish all twelve English vowel sounds.

• c) Long and short vowels do not exist in the English language.

• d) Spanish speakers often struggle with distinguishing certain English vowel sounds.

What is the main characteristic of English consonants?

• a) They are voiced, meaning vocal cords do not vibrate during production.

• b) English has 26 consonant phonemes.

• c) English consonants are particularly difficult for Spanish speakers.

• d) English consonants are always nasal sounds.

What is the primary function of stress in English language learning?

• a) To confuse listeners with varying patterns.

• b) To maintain equal time for each syllable in a word.

• c) To highlight certain words and convey meaning.

• d) To avoid any rhythm in connected speech.

According to Chomsky, what arises from subconscious knowledge of language in writing?

• a) The ability to use familiar sentences correctly

• b) The ability to use grammatically correct sentences without having heard them before

• c) The ability to mimic spoken language exactly

• d) The ability to use complex vocabulary learned from reading

According to Gouin’s Theory, which skill should be introduced first in language learning?

• a) Speaking

• b) Reading

• c) Writing

• d) Listening

In the context of English orthographic rules, which of the following uses of capital letters is correct?

• a) The initial letter of prepositions in titles

• b) The initial letter of the first word of titles and names of months

• c) Only the names of people and places

• d) The first letter of every noun

When forming plurals in English, which rule applies to nouns ending in a consonant followed by "y"?

• a) Add -s

• b) Change -y to -i and add -es

• c) Change -y to -ie and add -s

• d) Just add -es

What is the purpose of punctuation in the English language?

• a) To make writing appear more formal for better visual appeal

• b) To add decorative elements to text

• c) To clarify meaning, structure sentences, and guide the reader

• d) To separate words randomly