Speech Organs in English

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What is the function of the vocal cords?

  • To interfere with the air passage
  • To release air from the lungs quickly
  • To control the flow of air from the lungs (correct)
  • To cover the top of the wind-pipe

What happens when the vocal cords are brought together tightly?

  • The air from the lungs is released quickly
  • The air can pass through them freely
  • The glottis opens up
  • The compressed air bursts out with a coughing noise (correct)

Where does the air released by the lungs first arrive?

  • At the mouth and nose
  • At the vocal cords
  • At the wind-pipe
  • At the larynx (correct)

What is the function of the glottis?

<p>To allow air to pass through freely (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the vocal cords are opened suddenly after being brought together tightly?

<p>The compressed air bursts out with a coughing noise (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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