B2 Pronunciation Test · Upper Intermediate

Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test: read ten longer sentences about marketing and young minds aloud and see every unclear word in red.

Level B210 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 Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test

The Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test is a free B2 pronunciation test about marketing and young minds. Read ten longer sentences out loud and the test gives you an instant pronunciation score, with every unclear word marked in red.

Words You Will Practise

In this Influence of Advertising on Children pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as children, exposed, thousands, advertisements, every, year, television, online, many, adverts, use, bright. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Influence of Advertising on Children Pronunciation Test

  • TH sound: Put the tip of your tongue between your teeth for TH, as in think and this.
  • K and G sounds: K is quiet and G uses your voice. Try coat and goat.
  • Y sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • SH sound: For SH, push your lips forward and let the air flow softly, as in she.
  • S and Z sounds: S sounds like a snake and Z sounds like a bee. Try bus and buzz.
  • -ed endings: Past tense -ed can sound like T, D or ID: walked, played, wanted.
  • OY sound: For Y, start with your tongue high, as in yes and yellow.
  • P and B sounds: P has a small puff of air and B uses your voice. Try pen and Ben.
  • CH sound: For CH, push your lips forward and stop the air for a moment, as in chicken.
  • Long OO sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.

How to Do Well in the Influence of Advertising on Children Pronunciation Test

  • Tap the speaker and listen to the model sentence before you speak.
  • 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.

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Sounds in this test

What the Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test Checks

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TH sound

Children are exposed to thousands of advertisements every year on television and online.

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K and G sounds

Many adverts use bright colours, cartoon characters and catchy songs to attract attention.

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Y sound

Young children often cannot tell the difference between entertainment and advertising.

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SH sound

As a result, they may pressure their parents into buying unnecessary products.

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S and Z sounds

Food companies have been criticised for promoting sugary snacks during children's shows.

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-ed endings

Some countries have banned advertising aimed directly at children under a certain age.

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OY sound

Influencers on social media also promote toys and games, often without clear labels.

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P and B sounds

Parents can help by discussing how adverts try to persuade people to spend money.

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CH sound

Teaching children to question what they see is an important life skill.

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Long OO sound

I believe stricter rules are needed to protect young audiences from manipulation.

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Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test?
The Influence of Advertising on Children English Pronunciation Test is a free B2 pronunciation test. You read longer sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Influence of Advertising on Children 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 Influence of Advertising on Children 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 B2 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.