Rachel's English at the Farmer's Market! - American Pronunciation

The video takes viewers to the Union Square Farmers Market, highlighting pronunciation challenges with words like 'farmer' and 'market', focusing on vowel and consonant sounds. It explains intonation in questions, emphasizing pitch changes in yes/no and other questions. The video also covers the pronunciation of 'apple', focusing on the dark L sound, and explores diphthong sounds. The tutorial concludes with recommendations for further learning resources.

What is important to remember when pronouncing the words 'farmer' and 'market'?

• To combine the sounds quickly

• To make a good 'ah' vowel before the 'r' consonant

• To keep the tongue tip back

• To close the jaw completely

How does the intonation change in yes/no questions?

• It goes up at the end

• It goes down at the end

• It varies randomly

• It stays flat

What is a common mistake non-native speakers make with the word 'Apple'?

• Pronouncing it with a silent 'p'

• Using the 'OA' diphthong instead of the dark 'L'

• Emphasizing the 'p' sound too much

• Adding an extra 'e' sound

Where does the sound vibrate when pronouncing the dark 'L' in 'Apple'?

• In the front of the mouth

• In the back of the mouth and throat

• On the lips

• In the nose

What is the key to pronouncing the 'a' diphthong correctly?

• Dropping the jaw significantly for the first sound

• Keeping the tongue tip up

• Rounding the lips

• Keeping the jaw closed

What happens to the tongue during the second half of the 'a' diphthong?

• It stretches up towards the roof of the mouth

• It curls back

• It stays still

• It moves forward

What should you do if you find yourself in the New York area?

• Learn about intonation patterns

• Visit the farmers market in Union Square

• Try to pronounce 'Apple' correctly

• Practice the 'a' diphthong