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Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test
Check your English pronunciation with the Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test. Ten complex C1 sentences about captive animals in entertainment, with an instant score.
Level C110 sentencesAbout 3 minutesFree
1Listen firstTap the speaker to hear a native model of each sentence.
2Read it aloudTap the microphone and say the sentence clearly at a normal speed.
3See your scoreGreen is clear, amber is almost right, red needs practice.
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About the Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test
This free Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test is made for advanced learners. Each of the ten sentences about captive animals in entertainment uses academic and professional vocabulary with natural rhythm and intonation.
Words You Will Practise
In this Captive Animals in Entertainment pronunciation test you will say key words such as public, attitudes, towards, using, animals, entertainment, changed, significantly, over, recent, decades, many. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.
Sounds in the Captive Animals in Entertainment Pronunciation Test
- S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
- Plural endings: Say the -s at the end of plural words clearly: books, dogs, buses.
- R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
- K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
- F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
- V sound: For V, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and use your voice, as in very.
- SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.
- J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.
- Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
- TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
How to Do Well in the Captive Animals in Entertainment Pronunciation Test
- Group words into thought units, use falling intonation at the end and stress long words correctly.
- If a word turns red, tap it, listen again and repeat the whole sentence.
- Take the test again tomorrow and try to beat your score.
When you finish, try another C1 pronunciation test or choose a new level on the pronunciation test page.
Sounds in this test
What the Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test Checks
01
S and Z sounds
Public attitudes towards using animals for entertainment have changed significantly over recent decades.
02
Plural endings
Many countries have banned wild animals from travelling circuses because of serious welfare concerns.
03
R sound
Marine parks featuring performing dolphins and orcas have faced growing criticism and declining attendance.
04
K and G sounds
Critics argue that confined spaces cannot meet the complex physical and social needs of intelligent animals.
05
F sound
Some tourist attractions offer elephant rides or photographs with sedated wild animals for paying visitors.
06
V sound
Responsible travellers are encouraged to research attractions carefully and avoid those that exploit animals.
07
SH sound
Sanctuaries provide homes for animals rescued from entertainment, allowing visitors to observe without interaction.
08
J sound
Supporters of some facilities argue that close encounters inspire public interest in conservation.
09
Long I sound
The film industry now uses computer-generated imagery to avoid training real animals for dangerous scenes.
10
TH sound
The debate reflects evolving beliefs about the moral status of animals and our responsibilities towards them.
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FAQ
Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test: FAQ
What is the Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test?
The Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test is a free C1 pronunciation test. You read complex sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test?
Choose British or American English, tap Start the test, listen to the model sentence and then tap the microphone and read it aloud. Your score appears as soon as you finish speaking.
How is my pronunciation score calculated?
Every word you say is compared with the sentence. Clear words count fully, almost correct words count half and extra or missing words lower the score.
Is the Captive Animals in Entertainment English Pronunciation Test free?
Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up. You can take it as many times as you like.
What should I do after the test?
Practise the red words, then try another C1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.
