B1 Pronunciation Test · Intermediate

Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test

Take the free Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test: read ten natural sentences about whether homework should be banned aloud and see every unclear word in red.

Level B110 sentencesAbout 3 minutesFree
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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 Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test

Want to sound clearer when you talk about whether homework should be banned? The Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test lets you practise ten easy B1 sentences and check your English pronunciation in seconds.

Words You Will Practise

In this Should Homework Be Banned? pronunciation test you will say everyday words such as people, think, homework, should, banned, completely, say, children, already, tired, after, long. Every sentence also trains one important English sound, shown in the orange label above the sentence.

Sounds in the Should Homework Be Banned? Pronunciation Test

  • Long A sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Short A sound: Keep short vowels short and clear, as in cat, bed, sit, hot and cup.
  • Linking words: Join a word that ends in a consonant to a word that starts with a vowel, so it sounds smooth.
  • Long I sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.
  • Long E sound: Make long vowels a little longer than short ones, as in sheep and ship.

How to Do Well in the Should Homework Be Banned? Pronunciation Test

  • Stress the important words and say small words like to, for and of quickly and softly.
  • 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.

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Sounds in this test

What the Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test Checks

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Long A sound

Some people think that homework should be banned completely.

02

Long A sound

They say children are already tired after a long school day.

03

Short A sound

Homework can also cause arguments between parents and children.

04

Linking words

On the other hand, homework helps students practise what they learn.

05

Long I sound

It teaches them to work on their own and manage time.

06

Short A sound

In my opinion, a small amount of homework is useful.

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Long E sound

Teachers should give tasks that are interesting, not just repetitive.

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Short A sound

Students also need time for sport, hobbies and their families.

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Long E sound

Maybe homework could be optional for younger children.

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Long A sound

I think the best solution is a balance between both.

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Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test: FAQ

What is the Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test?
The Should Homework Be Banned? English Pronunciation Test is a free B1 pronunciation test. You read natural sentences out loud and get an instant score, with every unclear word marked in red.
How do I take the Should Homework Be Banned? 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 Should Homework Be Banned? 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 B1 pronunciation test. To improve faster, book a free lesson with a tutor.