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What change occurs in Type 1 minimal pairs in Cree?
Which of the following represents a Type 2 minimal pair?
In Cree, what defines a Type 3 minimal pair?
What type of sound change is featured in Type 4 minimal pairs?
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What is the primary function of minimal pairs in Cree?
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Which of these is a noun example from Type 1 minimal pairs?
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Which pair best illustrates a change in vowel from short to long?
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Which minimal pair type includes a preposition as its first word?
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Which two words best represent a Type 4 minimal pair?
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Which vowel sound is represented in 'pā' from the SRO chart?
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Study Notes
Cree Sounds Chart (SRO)
- Combines 10 consonant sounds with 7 distinct vowel sounds.
- Vowel sounds represented: ē (berry), ī (machine), i (if), ō (soon), o (soot), ā (fa), a (appeal).
- Consonant sounds include p, t, c, k, m, n, s, w, h, y.
- Each consonant sound can form combinations with all vowel sounds, creating unique pronunciations.
Minimal Pairs in Cree
- Minimal pairs: Words with similar spelling and pronunciation but different meanings.
- Represent changes primarily caused by modifications in specific letters.
Types of Minimal Pairs
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Type 1: Variation in vowel length.
- Example: nipiy (water, noun) vs. nīpiy (a leaf/blade of grass, noun).
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Type 2: Change in consonants.
- Example: yōtin (it is windy, verb) vs. nōtin (fight him/her, verb).
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Type 3: Complete change in vowels.
- Example: ōta (here, preposition) vs. āta (although, particle).
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Type 4: Addition of letters (consonants or vowels).
- Example: nēhiyaw (Cree person, noun) vs. nēhiyawē (speak Cree, verb).
Minimal Sets
- Combinations of minimal pairs within the same context are referred to as minimal sets, emphasizing their functional distinction in language.
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Test your understanding of Cree consonant and vowel sounds through a comprehensive quiz. Learn about minimal pairs and how slight modifications in pronunciation can lead to different meanings. Engage with examples that highlight the intricacies of the Cree language.
