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Answer for exercise Pronunciation 1 and 2

The solution for exercise Pronunciation 1 and 2 in chapter 12 - Language focus 2 of Cutting Edge Upper-Intermediate - Student's Book by Sarah Cunningham, Peter Moor and Jonathan Bygrave

Question

  1. Listen to six sentences and count the number of words in each (a contraction like he's is one word). Then write the sentences.
  2. Listen again and mark the stressed words. How are these words pronounced?

Answer

(stresses are underlined)

  • She asked me not to be late. (7 words)
  • I'm unhappy about not working. (5 words)
  • I'd like to have travelled more. (6 words)
  • He needs to be told. (5 words)
  • She seems to be sleeping. (5 words)
  • I really like being asked my opinion. (7 words)