The Elements of English Consonants

1. What is the main difference between voiced and unvoiced consonants?

• A) Voiced consonants are louder than unvoiced ones.

• B) Voiced consonants make the vocal cords vibrate, while unvoiced ones do not.

• C) Unvoiced consonants require more air than voiced ones.

• D) Unvoiced consonants are always whispered.

2. Which of these is an example of an unvoiced consonant?

• A) /b/ in ball

• B) /d/ in door

• C) /s/ in snake

• D) /m/ in man

3. Where is the airflow restricted in dental consonants?

• A) Between both lips

• B) Against the upper teeth

• C) At the back of the throat

• D) Through the nose

4. What is a key feature of plosive consonants?

• A) They are always voiced.

• B) Airflow is completely blocked before being suddenly released.

• C) They are produced by lowering the velum.

• D) They can only be produced with the lips.

6. Which manner of articulation allows air to flow through the nose instead of the mouth?

• A) Plosive

• B) Dental

• C) Nasal

• Bilabial