CRAIG MELVIN -- Interview a Broadcaster! -- American English Pronunciation

CRAIG MELVIN -- Interview a Broadcaster! -- American English Pronunciation

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English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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The video features a conversation with Greg Melvin, discussing his background in broadcasting, the importance of the standard American accent, and how he prepares for on-air presentations. Greg shares personal stories about his upbringing and challenges with certain words, offering insights into pronunciation and language use. The video concludes with additional resources for learning American English.

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1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the standard American accent in broadcasting?

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2.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How did the speaker's mother influence their pronunciation skills?

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3.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What preparation does the speaker undertake before reading a text on air?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the idiom 'dice roll' mean in the context of broadcasting?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Which word does the speaker struggle to pronounce correctly?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the speaker's favorite word in American English and why?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'inside baseball' refer to in the context of the conversation?

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