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

Question

A syllable with the structure CVC, such as 'pick' /pɪk/, is an example of what type of syllable?
Options
A An open syllable.
B A minimal syllable.
C A closed syllable.
Correct Answer
D A simple syllable.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Syllables with a coda (final consonant) are called closed syllables.

Hint

'Closed' means it ends in a consonant.

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