Phonology and Phonetics Quiz
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What does diachronic phonology primarily focus on?

  • The historical development of speech sounds over time (correct)
  • The examination of speech sounds at a single point in time
  • The physical properties of speech sounds
  • The abstract rules governing sound patterns

    • Which of the following is an example of synchronic phonology?

  • Analyzing the change in vowel pronunciation from 'sea' to 'see'
  • Investigating the physical measurements of speech sounds
  • Studying the sound patterns in current English words (correct)
  • Examining the historical sound systems of the English language

    • What aspect does phonetics specifically examine?

  • The concrete and observable properties of sounds (correct)
  • The abstract functions and rules of sounds
  • The patterns of intonation in a language
  • The historical modifications of sound systems

    • What characterizes phonology as a study?

    <p>It analyzes the abstract functions of sounds within a language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best illustrates stress, rhythm, and intonation in speech sounds?

    <p>The patterns of sounds like 'nt' and 'dm' in English endings</p> Signup and view all the answers

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