Pronunciation and Cultural Habits

The transcript follows Eliza's journey in improving her pronunciation under the guidance of Professor Higgins. It begins with Eliza practicing the phrase 'The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain' and progresses to mastering the 'h' sound using a flame test. The dialogue highlights cultural differences in pronunciation and showcases Higgins' struggles in teaching Eliza. The session concludes with a tea time exercise where Eliza continues to refine her pronunciation skills.

What phrase is Eliza struggling to pronounce correctly?

• The rain in Spain stays mainly in the plain.

• The sun in Spain shines brightly in the sky.

• The wind in Spain blows gently in the valley.

• The snow in Spain falls softly on the ground.

What does Higgins suggest Eliza should do every morning?

• Sing a song.

• Recite a poem.

• Repeat a phrase fifty times.

• Say a prayer.

What is used as a visual aid to help Eliza with her 'h' pronunciation?

• A mirror.

• A video.

• A picture.

• A flame.

What phrase is used to practice the 'h' sound?

• In Sydney, Singapore and Seoul, stars shine silently.

• In London, Liverpool and Leeds, lions leap lightly.

• In Hertford, Hereford and Hampshire, hurricanes hardly ever happen.

• In Paris, Prague and Poland, people play peacefully.

What cultural habit is discussed in relation to pronunciation?

• Swapping the letter 's'.

• Changing the letter 'r'.

• Adding extra vowels.

• Dropping the letter 'h'.

What does Professor Higgins do night and day?

• He travels the world.

• He sings songs.

• He writes books.

• He slaves away.

What is Eliza trying to pronounce correctly in the phrase 'kind of you'?

• The word 'of'.

• The word 'kind'.

• The word 'you'.

• The phrase 'kind of you'.

What is the correct way to say 'cup of tea' according to Higgins?

• Cup o' tea.

• A cup of tea.

• Tea cup.

• Cup of tea.

What does Higgins comment on during the tea session?

• The weather.

• The cake and tarts.

• The flowers.

• The music.

What is Eliza instructed to do with her tongue to pronounce 'cup' correctly?

• Move it to the back of the mouth.

• Press it against the roof of the mouth.

• Curl it upwards.

• Squeeze it on the top of the lower teeth.