Examination of First Term Topics Speech Work JSS 2 First Term Lesson Notes Week 12
Speech Work: Examination of First Term Topics
Subject: Speech Work
Class: JSS 2
Term: First Term
Week: 12
Age: 12 years
Exam Instructions
For Teachers:
- Ensure that all students have the correct exam papers.
- Remind students of the importance of academic honesty and the consequences of exam malpractice.
- Monitor the examination room closely to prevent any form of cheating.
- Make sure students only use permitted materials.
- Provide clear instructions and assist with any queries during the exam.
For Students:
- Read all instructions carefully before starting.
- Do not talk or communicate with others during the exam.
- Use only the materials allowed for the exam.
- Do not look at others’ papers.
- If you have any questions, raise your hand to ask the teacher.
Exam Sections
Part A: Objective Questions (Fill-in-the-Blank)
- The sound /ɪə/ is commonly found in the word __________.
(a) bear (b) bar (c) car (d) far - The sound /əʊ/ is pronounced like the “o” in __________.
(a) go (b) come (c) come (d) none - The consonant /p/ is classified as a __________ sound.
(a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) fricative - The word __________ contains the /f/ sound.
(a) van (b) fat (c) cat (d) bat - The sound /v/ is produced using __________.
(a) closed lips (b) vocal cords (c) tongue tip (d) soft palate - The __________ sound is produced at the alveolar ridge.
(a) /t/ (b) /p/ (c) /k/ (d) /b/ - The sound /h/ is considered a __________ consonant.
(a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) vowel - An example of a word with the /ɪə/ sound is __________.
(a) sea (b) see (c) dear (d) day - Words that contrast /b/ and /p/ include __________.
(a) bat and pat (b) bag and peg (c) both (d) none - The __________ sound can be difficult for learners.
(a) /r/ (b) /s/ (c) /z/ (d) /f/ - The sound /k/ can be found in the word __________.
(a) cat (b) hat (c) mat (d) sat - The /m/ sound is a __________ consonant.
(a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) fricative - A minimal pair for /t/ and /d/ is __________.
(a) bat and pat (b) bad and tad (c) sit and sat (d) cap and cab - The sound /n/ is produced by __________ airflow.
(a) stopping (b) blocking (c) nasal (d) normal - The word __________ contains the /h/ sound.
(a) apple (b) hat (c) cat (d) mat - Tongue twisters are useful for __________.
(a) speed (b) clarity (c) fluency (d) all of the above - The /g/ sound is produced at the __________ of the mouth.
(a) front (b) middle (c) back (d) side - Phonetic transcription uses __________ symbols.
(a) numerical (b) alphabetic (c) pictorial (d) none - Clear pronunciation is essential for __________.
(a) understanding (b) clarity (c) fluency (d) all of the above - The sound /j/ is commonly found in the word __________.
(a) yes (b) zip (c) sit (d) fat - The __________ sound is represented by the letter ‘f’.
(a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) none - The sound /d/ is produced using __________.
(a) tongue (b) lips (c) throat (d) teeth - The word “know” contains the __________ sound.
(a) /k/ (b) /n/ (c) /m/ (d) /p/ - The __________ sound is produced with the vocal cords vibrating.
(a) voiceless (b) voiced (c) silent (d) nasal - The /s/ sound can be found in the word __________.
(a) dog (b) cat (c) sat (d) sit - The sound /l/ is produced at the __________ of the tongue.
(a) back (b) front (c) middle (d) tip - The vowel sound in “beat” is a __________ sound.
(a) long (b) short (c) nasal (d) diphthong - The word “bear” contains the __________ sound.
(a) /əʊ/ (b) /ɪə/ (c) /aʊ/ (d) /eɪ/ - The __________ sound can be difficult for many learners to pronounce.
(a) /r/ (b) /s/ (c) /t/ (d) /d/ - The sound /tʃ/ can be found in the word __________.
(a) chip (b) sip (c) zip (d) dip
Part B: Theory Questions (Short Answer)
- Define the /ɪə/ sound and give two examples.
- Explain the difference between the /əʊ/ and /ɪə/ sounds.
- How is the consonant sound /p/ produced?
- List three words that demonstrate the contrast between /f/ and /v/.
- Describe how to produce the sound /h/.
- What role do minimal pairs play in speech practice?
- How does the /m/ sound differ from /n/?
- Provide an example of a tongue twister and explain its benefit.
- Why is phonetic transcription important in speech work?
- Discuss the significance of clarity in pronunciation.
- Describe a technique for practicing vowel sounds.
- Explain how to articulate the sound /g/.
- What common errors do students make with the /r/ sound?
- How can students practice contrasting the sounds /s/ and /ʃ/?
- What are some strategies for improving fluency in speech?
- Identify two techniques for mastering the /t/ and /d/ sounds.
- What is the importance of vowel length in English?
- Explain how tongue placement affects sound production.
- Describe how speech sounds can impact comprehension.
- What techniques can students use to monitor their own pronunciation?
Part C: True or False Questions
- The /ɪə/ sound is a diphthong. (True/False)
- The word “go” contains the /əʊ/ sound. (True/False)
- The sound /p/ is a voiced consonant. (True/False)
- The /h/ sound is important for clarity. (True/False)
- Tongue twisters are not useful for practicing sounds. (True/False)
- The /g/ sound is produced at the front of the mouth. (True/False)
- The /f/ sound is produced with vocal cord vibration. (True/False)
- Phonetic transcription helps with understanding speech sounds. (True/False)
- The /v/ sound is voiceless. (True/False)
- All consonant sounds are produced with vocal cord vibration. (True/False)
- The /s/ sound can be confusing for learners. (True/False)
- Words starting with /h/ are pronounced with the /h/. (True/False)
- Clear pronunciation is essential for effective communication. (True/False)
- The /d/ sound is produced by stopping airflow. (True/False)
- Revision does not help reinforce learning in speech work. (True/False)
- Minimal pairs help practice similar sounds. (True/False)
- The /k/ sound is produced at the back of the mouth. (True/False)
- The /n/ sound is produced with nasal airflow. (True/False)
- The /h/ sound can be found at the end of words. (True/False)
- Accents can affect pronunciation and understanding. (True/False)
Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions
- The /ɪə/ sound is represented by the letters __________.
- The sound /əʊ/ is pronounced like the “o” in __________.
- The consonant /p/ is a __________ sound.
- The word __________ contains the /f/ sound.
- The /v/ sound is produced using __________.
- The __________ sound is produced at the alveolar ridge.
- The sound /h/ is a __________ consonant.
- An example of a word with the /ɪə/ sound is __________.
- Words that contrast /b/ and /p/ include __________.
- The __________ sound can be difficult for learners.
- The sound /k/ can be found in the word __________.
- The /m/ sound is a __________ consonant.
- A minimal pair for /t/ and /d/ is __________.
- The sound /n/ is produced by __________ airflow.
- The word __________ contains the /h/ sound.
- Tongue twisters are useful for __________.
- The /g/ sound is produced at the __________ of the mouth.
- Phonetic transcription uses __________ symbols.
- Clear pronunciation is essential for __________.
- The sound /j/ is commonly found in the word __________.
Conclusion
This exam covers all key areas studied in the first term, providing students with the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding and skills in speech work. Good luck!
