Learning English: AMERICAN ACCENT TRAINING—3 Consonant Clusters Made Easy! Part 2

The video tutorial focuses on the pronunciation of words ending in specific consonant clusters like 'sts' and 'sps'. It provides examples for each cluster, such as 'tests', 'dusts', 'lasts', 'costs', 'posts', 'hosts', 'blasts', 'ghosts', 'resists', 'forests', 'rists', 'interests', 'gasps', 'wasps', 'clasps', 'lisps', 'wisps', and 'grasps'. The tutorial emphasizes breaking down these clusters to understand and practice them effectively.

What is the main challenge when dealing with ending clusters like 'tests' and 'dusts'?

• They are easy to pronounce.

• They require understanding of grammar.

• They are rarely used in sentences.

• They can be difficult to articulate.

Which of the following words is an example of an ending cluster discussed in the second section?

• Hosts

• Gasps

• Lasts

• Lisps

In the context of the video, why is it important to keep costs low?

• To invest in new technology.

• To avoid unnecessary expenses.

• To ensure financial stability.

• To save money for a vacation.

What is the role of 'hosts' in the context provided?

• They organize events.

• They are guests at a party.

• They are responsible for cleaning.

• They manage social media posts.

Which word is used to describe a disbelief in supernatural entities?

• Gasps

• Wasps

• Ghosts

• Blasts

What is a common reaction when someone unexpectedly appears on stage?

• Gasps

• Wisps

• Lisps

• Clasps

What advice is given for mastering tricky ending clusters?

• Avoid using them in speech.

• Use them only in writing.

• Memorize their definitions.

• Practice them slowly and repeatedly.