20 Questions
In the pronunciation rules devised by Monroy (2008-2009), alternative pronunciations with both schwa and a syllabic consonant are often considered.
False
Rule 3, proposed by Monroy, applies to all consonants including nasals like /m/, /n/, /ŋ/.
True
According to MacCarthy (1965), syllabic consonants are not considered acceptable in language pronunciation.
False
The words 'obligatory', 'must', and 'mispronunciation' are examples of nasal sounds according to the text.
False
Trask (1996) defines 'homorganic' as consonants that share the same manner of articulation.
False
Monroy (2008-2009) proposes theories that are generally agreed upon by other linguistic researchers.
False
Rule 4 in Monroy's pronunciation rules applies to syllabic consonants followed by consonants like /m/, /n/, /ŋ/, /l/, /r/.
True
'C' in Monroy's rules refers to syllabic consonants only.
False
According to Jones (1918/1976), syllabic consonants are mandatory only in formal language registers.
False
'Adjacent consonants' labeled as homorganic by Trask must share their voicing characteristics.
False
What is the relationship between speech production and speech perception in language acquisition?
They have a complex relationship according to Llisterri (1995).
What is the function of a cue in the context of language perception?
To provide information that helps identify phonological contrasts.
Which property of the speech signal can potentially be used as a cue to identify a phoneme category or talker?
Acoustic cues
How does McMurray & Jongman (2011) define a cue?
A specific measurable property of the speech signal.
What does a cue help the listener apprehend?
The existence of phonological contrasts
What is the main focus of this chapter according to the text?
Perceptual aspects and the concept of a cue
How does the text define a 'cue'?
'A specific measurable property of the speech signal.'
'Cue' can be best described as a __________.
'Measurable property'
'Speech perception theories debate on how to solve the problem of __________'
'Lack of categorical distinctions'
'Leaving aside theoretical discussions, this chapter will focus on __________'
'Perceptual aspect and the concept of a cue'
This quiz discusses how traditional English phonetics and phonology textbooks often present a one-sided view without considering alternative perspectives. It highlights the challenge for learners to access diverse research and form a balanced understanding of English phonology.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
