Learn NUMBERS easily through conversation! Part 2

Learn NUMBERS easily through conversation! Part 2

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English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of numbers in American English, highlighting the use of flap T and speech reductions like 'shoulda' and 'gonna'. It explains the idiom 'table talk' in the context of card games and provides a practice session for numbers. The tutorial emphasizes natural speech patterns and common reductions, offering insights into real English conversation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between the pronunciation of '40' and '14' in American English?

Both have a flap T sound.

'40' has a flap T, while '14' has a true T.

Both have a true T sound.

'40' has a true T, while '14' has a flap T.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is 'should have' often reduced in natural American English conversation?

Should've

Shoulda

Should

Should of

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the idiom 'table talk' mean in the context of the speaker's family?

Talking about the weather

Discussing strategy during a card game

Casual conversation during a meal

Chatting about sports

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the word 'because' often reduced in casual American English?

Becuz

Cuz

Cause

Bec

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which number pronunciation uses a flap T sound as an exception to the usual rules?

60

14

50

15