Question

Which of the following is essential for the production of speech sounds?

• A. Air-stream mechanism
• B. Vocal cord vibration
• C. Tongue position
• D. Jaw movement

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Air-stream mechanism

• Speech sounds are created when air flows through the vocal tract and is shaped by various speech organs.

• This flow of air is called the air-stream mechanism, and it's essential because without moving air, no sound can be produced.