What is the initial position of the tongue when pronouncing the 'e' vowel as in 'bed'?

Understanding the 'e' Vowel Sounds

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The tongue tip touches the back of the bottom front teeth.
The tongue is curled upwards.
The tongue is retracted and low.
The tongue is pressed against the roof of the mouth.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In a stressed syllable, how does the voice behave when pronouncing the 'e' vowel?
The voice rises sharply.
The voice falls sharply.
The voice has a little curve up then down.
The voice remains flat.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word is used as an example of the 'e' vowel in a stressed syllable?
Desk
Said
Enter
Employ
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the 'e' vowel sound in an unstressed syllable compared to a stressed one?
It is more nasal.
It is longer and more pronounced.
It is lower and flatter in pitch.
It is higher and louder.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which word is used as an example of the 'e' vowel in an unstressed syllable?
Employ
Embrace
Red
Said
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key difference between the stressed and unstressed 'e' vowel?
The jaw drops more for the stressed vowel.
The stressed vowel is shorter.
The unstressed vowel has a higher pitch.
The tongue is more relaxed in the stressed vowel.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is the unstressed 'e' vowel shorter than the stressed one?
There isn't enough time to make the full jaw drop.
The tongue is positioned differently.
The voice is louder.
The vowel is pronounced with more force.
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