Will you fail this English Quiz? Part 8

The video tutorial focuses on various aspects of English pronunciation, particularly reductions in daily speech. It covers topics such as H-dropping in 'haven't', the use of stop T in contractions, the transition of T to Ch sounds, and the concept of flap T and schwa reduction. The tutorial also introduces reduction strings, which involve unstressed words or syllables in a sequence. Through examples and repetition exercises, the video aims to enhance the viewer's understanding and pronunciation of these elements.

What happens to the 'H' sound in the phrase 'I haven't' during speech reduction?

• It is emphasized more.

• It is replaced by a 'D' sound.

• It is dropped completely.

• It becomes a 'Ch' sound.

In the phrase 'to your', why does the 'T' sometimes sound like a 'Ch'?

• To make the phrase sound more formal.

• Because it is a common mispronunciation.

• Due to the speed of speech.

• Because of the influence of the following 'R'.

What is the term used for a series of unstressed words or syllables in a row?

• Syllable chains

• Reduction strings

• Stress strings

• Unstressed sequences

How does the phrase 'out of the' change in quick speech?

• It becomes 'outta the'.

• It remains unchanged.

• It becomes 'out of'.

• It becomes 'out the'.

What happens to the 'TH' sound in the phrase 'that was' during reduction?

• It is dropped completely.

• It becomes a 'T' sound.

• It is replaced by a 'D' sound.

• It is pronounced more clearly.