Sentence Stress in English
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What is the primary purpose of sentence stress in English?

  • To slow down the speaker's speech
  • To make the sentence longer
  • To confuse the listener
  • To convey specific meanings or to highlight important information (correct)
  • What is emphasized in a sentence with sentence stress?

  • The last word
  • Certain words or phrases (correct)
  • Only the first word
  • The entire sentence
  • What does sentence stress help the listener do?

  • Ignore important information
  • Focus on unimportant parts
  • Fall asleep
  • Focus on important parts (correct)
  • What is an effect of sentence stress on the listener?

    <p>They understand the speaker's meaning more</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is sentence stress used for in English?

    <p>To highlight important words or phrases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sentence Stress

    • Sentence stress in English refers to the emphasis placed on certain words or phrases within a sentence to convey specific meanings or highlight important information.
    • The primary function of sentence stress is to help the listener focus on key parts of the sentence and understand the speaker's intended meaning.
    • Sentence stress is used to draw attention to specific words or phrases within a sentence, making it easier for the listener to grasp the core message.

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    Learn about sentence stress patterns in English, how they convey meaning, and highlight important information in spoken language.

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