Ben Franklin Exercise - Double Date Part 1

Ben Franklin Exercise - Double Date Part 1

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English, Other

6th Grade - University

Hard

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The video tutorial focuses on a Ben Franklin exercise to improve American English pronunciation. It includes a monologue about a dinner outing, followed by an in-depth analysis of stress, reductions, and linking in speech. The tutorial emphasizes the pronunciation of specific words and phrases, such as 'tonight', 'David and I', 'a double date', and 'going to'. It also covers stress patterns and the use of schwa and stop T in speech.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the purpose of the Ben Franklin exercise mentioned in the text?

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What are some of the pronunciation aspects that will be analyzed?

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How does the speaker suggest practicing pronunciation?

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Describe the monologue that is presented in the exercise.

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What is the significance of the word 'tonight' in the context of pronunciation?

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Explain the reduction of the word 'and' as discussed in the text.

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What does the speaker say about the pronunciation of 'reservation'?

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