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Consonant Clusters Quiz

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What is a consonant cluster?

A consonant cluster is a combination of more than one consonant in either the onset or the coda position of a word.

What is an example of a consonant cluster used as an onset in a word?

An example of a consonant cluster used as an onset is the combination 'st' in the word 'stop'.

What is an example of a consonant cluster used as a coda in a word?

An example of a consonant cluster used as a coda is the combination 'st' in the word 'post'.

What are some permitted onset consonant cluster combinations in English?

<p>Some permitted onset consonant cluster combinations in English include 'bl', 'br', 'tr', 'tw', 'fl', and 'th'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the pattern for larger onset consonant clusters in English?

<p>The pattern for larger onset consonant clusters in English is that the first consonant must always be 's', followed by a voiceless stop consonant ('p', 't', 'k'), and then either a liquid ('l', 'r') or a glide ('w').</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Consonant Clusters

A consonant cluster (CC) is a combination of more than one consonant in the onset or coda of a word.
The combination /st/ is a consonant cluster used as an onset in the word "stop" and as a coda in the word "post".
Many consonant cluster onset combinations are permitted in English phonotactics, such as "black" (/bl/), "bread" (/br/), "trick" (/tr/), "twin" (/tw/), "flat" (/fl/), and "throw" (/thr/).

Larger Onset Clusters

English can have larger onset clusters, consisting of three initial consonants (CCC), as in the words "stress" (/str/) and "splat" (/spl/).
In larger onset consonant clusters, a fairly regular pattern is observed:
- The first consonant must always be /s/.
- The second consonant must be a voiceless stop (/p/, /t/, or /k/).
- The third consonant must be a liquid (/l/ or /r/) or a glide (/w/).
Examples of words that follow this pattern include "splash" (/spl/), "spring" (/spr/), "strong" (/str/), "scream" (/skr/), and "squeeze" (/skw/).

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Quiz: Master Consonant Clusters in English Phonotactics Test your knowledge of consonant clusters in English with this quiz! Learn about the different combinations of consonants used as onsets and codas, such as "st" in "stop" and "post." Explore a variety of examples like "black," "bread," "trick," and more. Challenge yourself to identify the correct usage of liquids and a glide in words. Sharpen your phonotactics skills and ace this