Question 1:

Show the difference between consonants and vowels in English and give a brief description of these two classes of sounds with examples.

(Refer to Units 2-4)

Important Guidelines:

When you write on this topic, you can refer to the following ideas:

1. Differences between consonants and vowels. (2 points)
2. Description of consonants (Place of articulation, manner of articulation and voicing). (3 pts)
3. Description of English vowels (Height of tongue, place of tongue, length & lips). (3 pts)
4. Introduction and conclusion (1 point)
5. Reference citation (1 point)