How to Speak English FAST *Used in Live Stream July 10 2020

The video tutorial explains how to speak English quickly by using contractions, reductions, and linking words. It emphasizes the importance of stressed syllables for clarity and understanding. Practical examples are provided to illustrate these concepts, helping learners improve their conversational English skills.

What is the main focus of the introduction section?

• The history of the English language

• The difference between natural and unnatural speech

• How to speak English slowly

• The importance of grammar in English

Why are contractions important in American English?

• They help in speaking faster and more naturally

• They are only used in written English

• They are not commonly used

• They make speech sound more formal

What is a reduction in the context of English speech?

• A type of grammatical error

• A method to slow down speech

• A way to increase the length of words

• A change or drop of a sound to speak faster

How does changing 'ING' to 'IN' affect speech?

• It makes speech sound more formal

• It helps in speaking faster and more casually

• It is not a common practice

• It slows down the speech

What is the flap T in American English?

• A method to emphasize words

• A type of vowel sound

• A way to end sentences

• A quick single flap of the tongue against the roof of the mouth

What does linking help achieve in spoken English?

• It helps in speaking more quickly and smoothly

• It is used only in written English

• It separates words clearly

• It makes speech sound robotic

What is the role of thought groups in spoken English?

• They separate sentences

• They make speech sound formal

• They help in linking words smoothly

• They are used only in written English

Why are stressed syllables important in fast speech?

• They slow down the speech

• They are not important

• They help in maintaining clarity and understanding

• They make speech sound monotonous

What happens if stressed syllables are not used in fast speech?

• Speech becomes clearer

• Speech becomes less understandable

• Speech sounds more formal

• Speech becomes slower

What is the effect of using reductions in speech?

• It is not recommended

• It helps in creating a contrast with stressed syllables

• It makes speech sound unnatural

• It makes speech slower