Decide whether the underlined word in each sentence has stress on the first or second syllable by putting a tick (P) in the right column. Sentence Stress on 1^st syllable Stress on 2^nd syllable E.g.: When he tried to protest, she insisted. 1. She speaks perfect English. 2. She used to present a gardening show on TV. 3. The two cities make an interesting contrast. 4. She secretly recorded the conversation. 5. I've always been the rebel of the family. 6. The ...

Decide whether the underlined word in each sentence has stress on the first or second syllable by putting a tick (P) in the right column.

Sentence

Stress on 1^st syllable

Stress on 2^nd syllable

E.g.: When he tried to protest, she insisted.

1. She speaks perfect English.

2. She used to present a gardening show on TV.

3. The two cities make an interesting contrast.

4. She secretly recorded the conversation.

5. I've always been the rebel of the family.

6. The value of annual imports rose rapidly.

7. If nobody objects, we’ll postpone the meeting till next week.

8. The slaves rebelled against their masters.

9. Profits show a steady increase.

10. It’s a present to us all from Granny.

11. The country exports sugar to Europe.

12. Marriage is still on the decrease.

13. They have perfected the art of winemaking.

14. The poem contrasts youth and age.

15. Glass and plastic objects lined the shelves.

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