The Organs of Speech

What is the main function of the respiratory system in speech production?

• Control body balance

• Provide the necessary airflow for phonation

• Regulate body temperature

• Facilitate the digestion of food

What function does the velum perform in speech production?

• Control the airflow between the oral and nasal cavities

• Regulate body temperature

• Produce guttural sounds

• Facilitate vision

What role does the tongue play in the formation of speech sounds?

• Produce nasal sounds

• Facilitate hearing

• Regulate body temperature

• Shape the resonant cavity of the mouth

What is the main function of the lips in articulating speech sounds?

• Control the release of air

• Regulate body temperature

• Produce guttural sounds

• Facilitate body balance

What role do teeth play in speech production?

• Produce nasal sounds

• Facilitate vision

• Regulate body temperature

• Contribute to the articulation of a wide range of sounds

What is the function of the alveolar ridge in speech production?

• Produce guttural sounds

• Facilitate hearing

• Regulate body temperature

• Serve as a base for articulating numerous speech sounds

What structure is found in the heart of the vocal apparatus and is known as the 'voice box'?

• Tongue

• Larynx

• Velum

• Lips

What role does the tongue play in the formation of speech sounds?

• Produce nasal sounds

• Shape the resonant cavity of the mouth

• Regulate body temperature

• Facilitate hearing

What is the main function of the lips in articulating speech sounds?

• Produce guttural sounds

• Facilitate body balance

• Regulate body temperature

• Control air release

What role do teeth play in speech production?

• Produce nasal sounds

• Contribute to the articulation of a wide range of sounds

• Regulate body temperature

• Facilitate vision