Putting the Rules Together (1972)

The film discusses the pronunciation of vowel sounds in English, focusing on the distinction between long and short vowel sounds based on the consonants that follow them. It explains that a single vowel typically has a long sound when it precedes a simple consonant or a vowel, while it has a short sound when followed by complex consonant spellings, such as consonant clusters or twin consonants. The film also highlights the importance of vowel stress in longer words, noting that unstressed vowels often take on a reduced sound. It encourages readers to apply these rules when encountering new words to improve their pronunciation skills.