Understanding Vocal Cords and Voice Production

Understanding Vocal Cords and Voice Production

Assessment

Interactive Video

Performing Arts

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video tutorial explains the mechanics of voice production, starting with the origin of voice from the diaphragm and vocal cords. It describes the location and function of vocal cords, using the Adam's apple as a reference point. The tutorial details how vocal cords vibrate to produce sound, similar to how paper vibrates in the wind. It concludes with tips on enhancing voice strength through proper breathing techniques.

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9 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does the teacher humorously suggest the voice might come from?

Mouth

Lungs

God

Diaphragm

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can you locate your vocal cords according to the teacher?

By touching your diaphragm

By feeling the Adam's apple

By listening to your voice

By feeling your chest

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the vocal cords when you take a breath in?

They stay open

They vibrate

They produce sound

They close

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of vibration in voice production?

It creates sound

It stops airflow

It closes the vocal cords

It strengthens the diaphragm

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens when you breathe out according to the teacher?

The vocal cords close

The vocal cords vibrate

The diaphragm contracts

The lungs expand

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What analogy is used to explain the function of vocal cords?

A bell

A guitar string

A piece of paper in the wind

A drum

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the vocal cords?

To store oxygen

To filter air

To produce sound

To regulate blood flow

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What effect does stronger airflow have on the voice?

It makes the voice softer

It reduces vibration

It strengthens the voice

It closes the vocal cords

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is necessary for a stronger voice according to the teacher?

More air

Less vibration

A quieter environment

Closed vocal cords