SOFT PALATE EXERCISES (6 of 6) -- Vocal Exercises -- American English Pronunciation

The video discusses the role of the soft palate in producing nasal sounds and offers exercises to help control its position. It explains how a lowered soft palate can cause nasal sounds and provides methods to identify and correct this. Techniques such as using a straw or creating space in the throat are suggested to help lift the soft palate. The video concludes with a call to explore further resources for improving voice placement in American English.

What happens when the soft palate is lowered?

• It prevents air from entering the nasal cavity.

• It allows air to enter the nasal cavity.

• It makes the voice sound deeper.

• It has no effect on the voice.

Which of the following is NOT a nasal sound in English?

• L

• NG

• N

• M

What is a simple method to test if your soft palate is lowered?

• Whisper a sentence.

• Drink water while speaking.

• Put your fingers on your nose and say 'Nah'.

• Hold your breath and speak.

How can you practice raising your soft palate?

• By holding your breath.

• By sucking through a straw.

• By whispering.

• By singing loudly.

What is one way to become more aware of your soft palate's movement?

• By watching yourself in a mirror.

• By listening to music.

• By reading aloud.

• By humming a tune.