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How many units are in the AEC-I: Language Skills: Listening and Speaking course?
How many units are in the AEC-I: Language Skills: Listening and Speaking course?
What is the course code for the AEC-I course?
What is the course code for the AEC-I course?
ENG (AEC)- 030
The course falls under the category of ______.
The course falls under the category of ______.
Ability Enhancement Course
Which of the following units is NOT part of the course content?
Which of the following units is NOT part of the course content?
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Match the types of vowels with their characteristics:
Match the types of vowels with their characteristics:
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What are the two categories of pure vowels?
What are the two categories of pure vowels?
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There are 8 diphthongs listed in the course content.
There are 8 diphthongs listed in the course content.
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Study Notes
Course Overview
- Course Title: AEC-I: Language Skills: Listening and Speaking
- Course Code: ENG (AEC)- 030
- Typology: Ability Enhancement Course (AEC)
- Semester: I at Punjab University
Course Content Breakdown
- Unit 1: Emphasizes the various sounds in English.
- Unit 2: Focuses on language application across different situations.
- Unit 3: Develops skills related to public speaking techniques.
Vowel Sounds in English
Monophthongs
- Total of 12 pure vowels, divided into short and long:
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Short Vowels (7):
- /a/: as in "above"
- /i/: as in "ship"
- /u/: as in "good"
- /e/: as in "bed"
- /A/: as in "up"
- /e/: as in "cat"
- /2/: as in "hot"
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Long Vowels (5):
- /a:/: as in "car"
- /i:/: as in "sheep"
- /u:/: as in "food"
- /3:/: as in "bird"
- /7:/: as in "door"
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Short Vowels (7):
Diphthongs
- Total of 8 vowel combinations, where two vowel sounds are blended:
- /ai/: as in "light"
- /av/: as in "house"
- /Id/: as in "near"
- /as/: as in "go"
- /a/: as in "pure"
- /OI/: as in "boy"
- /va/: as in "tour"
- /eI/: as in "bought"
Vowel Sound Chart
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Categorization of vowels based on tongue position:
- Front: Close (i), Half Close (I)
- Central: Half Open (e), Open (a)
- Back: Half Open (3), Open (A), Close (u), Open (o)
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Provides a structured way to visualize vowel placement and sound characteristics.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the fundamental aspects of listening and speaking skills as outlined in the Ability Enhancement Course - Semester I at Punjab University. It covers key topics such as the sounds of English, language usage in different situations, and the art of public speaking. Prepare to test your knowledge and improve your language proficiency.
