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)

1. The sound /ɪə/ is commonly found in the word __________.
   (a) bear (b) bar (c) car (d) far
2. The sound /əʊ/ is pronounced like the “o” in __________.
   (a) go (b) come (c) come (d) none
3. The consonant /p/ is classified as a __________ sound.
   (a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) fricative
4. The word __________ contains the /f/ sound.
   (a) van (b) fat (c) cat (d) bat
5. The sound /v/ is produced using __________.
   (a) closed lips (b) vocal cords (c) tongue tip (d) soft palate
6. The __________ sound is produced at the alveolar ridge.
   (a) /t/ (b) /p/ (c) /k/ (d) /b/
7. The sound /h/ is considered a __________ consonant.
   (a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) vowel
8. An example of a word with the /ɪə/ sound is __________.
   (a) sea (b) see (c) dear (d) day
9. Words that contrast /b/ and /p/ include __________.
   (a) bat and pat (b) bag and peg (c) both (d) none
10. The __________ sound can be difficult for learners.
    (a) /r/ (b) /s/ (c) /z/ (d) /f/
11. The sound /k/ can be found in the word __________.
    (a) cat (b) hat (c) mat (d) sat
12. The /m/ sound is a __________ consonant.
    (a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) fricative
13. A minimal pair for /t/ and /d/ is __________.
    (a) bat and pat (b) bad and tad (c) sit and sat (d) cap and cab
14. The sound /n/ is produced by __________ airflow.
    (a) stopping (b) blocking (c) nasal (d) normal
15. The word __________ contains the /h/ sound.
    (a) apple (b) hat (c) cat (d) mat
16. Tongue twisters are useful for __________.
    (a) speed (b) clarity (c) fluency (d) all of the above
17. The /g/ sound is produced at the __________ of the mouth.
    (a) front (b) middle (c) back (d) side
18. Phonetic transcription uses __________ symbols.
    (a) numerical (b) alphabetic (c) pictorial (d) none
19. Clear pronunciation is essential for __________.
    (a) understanding (b) clarity (c) fluency (d) all of the above
20. The sound /j/ is commonly found in the word __________.
    (a) yes (b) zip (c) sit (d) fat
21. The __________ sound is represented by the letter ‘f’.
    (a) voiced (b) voiceless (c) nasal (d) none
22. The sound /d/ is produced using __________.
    (a) tongue (b) lips (c) throat (d) teeth
23. The word “know” contains the __________ sound.
    (a) /k/ (b) /n/ (c) /m/ (d) /p/
24. The __________ sound is produced with the vocal cords vibrating.
    (a) voiceless (b) voiced (c) silent (d) nasal
25. The /s/ sound can be found in the word __________.
    (a) dog (b) cat (c) sat (d) sit
26. The sound /l/ is produced at the __________ of the tongue.
    (a) back (b) front (c) middle (d) tip
27. The vowel sound in “beat” is a __________ sound.
    (a) long (b) short (c) nasal (d) diphthong
28. The word “bear” contains the __________ sound.
    (a) /əʊ/ (b) /ɪə/ (c) /aʊ/ (d) /eɪ/
29. The __________ sound can be difficult for many learners to pronounce.
    (a) /r/ (b) /s/ (c) /t/ (d) /d/
30. The sound /tʃ/ can be found in the word __________.
    (a) chip (b) sip (c) zip (d) dip

Part B: Theory Questions (Short Answer)

1. Define the /ɪə/ sound and give two examples.
2. Explain the difference between the /əʊ/ and /ɪə/ sounds.
3. How is the consonant sound /p/ produced?
4. List three words that demonstrate the contrast between /f/ and /v/.
5. Describe how to produce the sound /h/.
6. What role do minimal pairs play in speech practice?
7. How does the /m/ sound differ from /n/?
8. Provide an example of a tongue twister and explain its benefit.
9. Why is phonetic transcription important in speech work?
10. Discuss the significance of clarity in pronunciation.
11. Describe a technique for practicing vowel sounds.
12. Explain how to articulate the sound /g/.
13. What common errors do students make with the /r/ sound?
14. How can students practice contrasting the sounds /s/ and /ʃ/?
15. What are some strategies for improving fluency in speech?
16. Identify two techniques for mastering the /t/ and /d/ sounds.
17. What is the importance of vowel length in English?
18. Explain how tongue placement affects sound production.
19. Describe how speech sounds can impact comprehension.
20. What techniques can students use to monitor their own pronunciation?

Part C: True or False Questions

1. The /ɪə/ sound is a diphthong. (True/False)
2. The word “go” contains the /əʊ/ sound. (True/False)
3. The sound /p/ is a voiced consonant. (True/False)
4. The /h/ sound is important for clarity. (True/False)
5. Tongue twisters are not useful for practicing sounds. (True/False)
6. The /g/ sound is produced at the front of the mouth. (True/False)
7. The /f/ sound is produced with vocal cord vibration. (True/False)
8. Phonetic transcription helps with understanding speech sounds. (True/False)
9. The /v/ sound is voiceless. (True/False)
10. All consonant sounds are produced with vocal cord vibration. (True/False)
11. The /s/ sound can be confusing for learners. (True/False)
12. Words starting with /h/ are pronounced with the /h/. (True/False)
13. Clear pronunciation is essential for effective communication. (True/False)
14. The /d/ sound is produced by stopping airflow. (True/False)
15. Revision does not help reinforce learning in speech work. (True/False)
16. Minimal pairs help practice similar sounds. (True/False)
17. The /k/ sound is produced at the back of the mouth. (True/False)
18. The /n/ sound is produced with nasal airflow. (True/False)
19. The /h/ sound can be found at the end of words. (True/False)
20. Accents can affect pronunciation and understanding. (True/False)

Part D: Fill-in-the-Gaps Questions

1. The /ɪə/ sound is represented by the letters __________.
2. The sound /əʊ/ is pronounced like the “o” in __________.
3. The consonant /p/ is a __________ sound.
4. The word __________ contains the /f/ sound.
5. The /v/ sound is produced using __________.
6. The __________ sound is produced at the alveolar ridge.
7. The sound /h/ is a __________ consonant.
8. An example of a word with the /ɪə/ sound is __________.
9. Words that contrast /b/ and /p/ include __________.
10. The __________ sound can be difficult for learners.
11. The sound /k/ can be found in the word __________.
12. The /m/ sound is a __________ consonant.
13. A minimal pair for /t/ and /d/ is __________.
14. The sound /n/ is produced by __________ airflow.
15. The word __________ contains the /h/ sound.
16. Tongue twisters are useful for __________.
17. The /g/ sound is produced at the __________ of the mouth.
18. Phonetic transcription uses __________ symbols.
19. Clear pronunciation is essential for __________.
20. 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!