Sex vs. Sax, Sakes, (six), socks, sucks, seeks

This video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation differences between similar-sounding words, particularly those with different vowel sounds. It provides detailed explanations of tongue positions for various vowels, offers practice with minimal pairs, and includes a listening quiz to test comprehension. The video aims to help learners improve their pronunciation skills and offers additional resources for further learning.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• Practicing writing skills

• Understanding vowel and diphthong sounds

• Improving grammar skills

• Learning new vocabulary

Which part of the tongue lifts for the 'ah' sound?

• The tip

• The front

• The back

• The middle

What is a helpful tip for finding the correct tongue position?

• Pretend to whistle

• Pretend to hold a mint in your mouth

• Pretend to chew gum

• Pretend to sing

What should you do if you get a word wrong in the quiz?

• Ignore it

• Write it down and practice

• Ask a friend

• Skip it

What is the plural form of 'sake' that is often used incorrectly?

• Sakes

• Sakees

• Sakies

• Sakeys

What is a minimal pair?

• Words with different spellings

• Words that rhyme

• Words with the same meaning

• Words that differ by only one sound

How can you improve your listening skills for minimal pairs?

• Read them silently

• Listen to them repeatedly

• Ignore them

• Write them down