Practice Common Pronunciation Errors For Indian English Speakers (10.1.1.2) - Module 10: Exam Preparation, Spoken English & Review

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Question 1.
Identify the difference between 'V' and 'W'.
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Think about how you shape your mouth for each sound.
Question 2.
What is a silent letter in a word?
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Consider words you know that have silent letters.
3Question 3.
What sound do you create with your upper teeth against your lower lip?
- W
- V
- S
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Think about the position of your mouth.
4Question 4.
True or False: The 'TH' in 'that' is voiced.
- True
- False
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Remember how you feel the vibration when you say it.
Question 5.
Create a list of 5 words for each of the sounds: 'V', 'W', voiced 'TH', and voiceless 'TH'.
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Think about everyday words you use.
Question 6.
Explain the importance of distinguishing between similar sounds in English. How can it affect communication?
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Reflect on past experiences where miscommunication might have occurred due to pronunciation.

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