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Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test: read ten complex sentences about copyright in the digital era aloud and see every unclear word in red.

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 Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test

In the Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test you read ten advanced sentences about copyright in the digital era. Your browser listens, compares every word and shows you which sounds to practise next.

Words You Will Practise

In this Copyright in the Digital Era pronunciation test you will say key words such as digital, technology, made, effortless, copy, share, music, films, books, copyright, law, aims. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Copyright in the Digital Era Pronunciation Test

  • F sound: For F, touch your top teeth to your bottom lip and blow gently, as in fish.
  • K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
  • R sound: For R, pull your tongue back and do not touch the top of your mouth, as in red.
  • S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
  • Y sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
  • Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Plural endings: Say the -s at the end of plural words clearly: books, dogs, buses.
  • -ed endings: Past tense -ed can sound like T, D or ID: walked, played, wanted.
  • J sound: For J, start with your tongue on the top of your mouth and use your voice, as in juice.

How to Do Well in the Copyright in the Digital Era Pronunciation Test

  • Use a quiet room and keep your microphone close to you.
  • Try the test in British English and then in American English to hear the difference.
  • Tap the speaker and listen to the model sentence before you speak.

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Sounds in this test

What the Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test Checks

01

F sound

Digital technology has made it effortless to copy and share music, films and books.

02

K and G sounds

Copyright law aims to protect creators while still allowing the public access to culture.

03

R sound

Streaming services have reduced piracy by offering legal content at relatively low prices.

04

S and Z sounds

Many musicians complain that streaming royalties are too small to provide a sustainable income.

05

Y sound

Fair use exceptions allow limited copying for purposes such as criticism, education and parody.

06

TH sound

Artificial intelligence has raised new questions about using copyrighted works to train algorithms.

07

Long I sound

Some creators choose open licences that allow others to share and adapt their work freely.

08

Plural endings

Enforcing copyright across international borders remains legally complex and frequently very expensive for individual creators.

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-ed endings

Platforms use automated systems to detect infringing content, but these sometimes block legitimate uploads.

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J sound

Balancing the rights of creators and users will remain a central challenge for policymakers.

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Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Copyright in the Digital Era English Pronunciation Test?
The Copyright in the Digital Era 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 Copyright in the Digital Era 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 Copyright in the Digital Era 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.