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GST 111 English Suprasegmentals: Syllable, Stress, and Intonation SN-3 Objective Question

Question

Which constituent of a syllable is compulsory?
Options
A The onset.
B The coda.
C The peak.
Correct Answer
D The consonant cluster.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The onset and the coda are optional while the peak, which usually contains a vowel, is the compulsory constituent.

Hint

A syllable must have a nucleus, which is usually a vowel.

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