The document provides examples of how to stress adjectives, nouns, adverbs, and verbs when speaking to emphasize certain words. It recommends using loudness, tone or intonation, and timing such as lengthening or shortening words. Two examples are given that demonstrate emphasizing words like "BEST", "VERY GOOD", "BEAUTIFUL", "AMAZING", and "COZY" to add expression and engagement for the listener.
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Emphasizing using Stress
1. Stress adjectives/nouns, adverbs, verbs using:
* Loudness
* Tone /Intonation – High/low
* Timing – lengthening or shortening of word(s)
Example One:
Our school is the BEST in town. The teachers are friendly, and
KNOWLEDGEABLE about English. I’ve studied at the school for
two years and my English is becoming VERY GOOD. I hope you
will visit our school and try an English class. Maybe we can
become FRIENDS!
Example Two: Unit 3 – Dream Vacation
Canada is located in North America. It’s one of the most BEAUTIFUL
places in the world.
It’s known for its AMAZING mountains, GREEN forests and SCENIC
countryside.
You can hike in the mountains. You’ll be able to explore natural forests.
You’ll have an opportunity to visit the countryside.
You’ll stay FOUR days in a COZY bed-and-breakfast.