Question

In producing vowel sounds, there will be:

• A. Partial obstruction in the mouth
• B. Complete obstruction in the mouth
• C. Friction in the mouth
• D. No friction and obstruction in the mouth

Answer 1

Answer:

D. No friction and obstruction in the mouth

Vowel sounds are produced when:

• The air passes freely through the vocal tract.

• There is no closure (complete or partial) and no friction caused by the articulators.

• The shape and position of the tongue and lips determine the quality of the vowel, but they do not obstruct airflow.