197. _How may the Compass of the voice be increased?_
By continued practice on a very low and very high key.
198. _Should a Reader or Speaker drink any liquid while exercising
the voice?_
He should not, for it is injurious to the vocal chords.
199. _What effect does Tobacco have on the voice?_
It enfeebles the nervous system and breathing organs, and makes
the voice dry, harsh, and ungovernable.
200. _What effect do Stimulants have on the voice?_
Irritate and inflame the vocal organs, which results in
hoarseness and produces too high a key, which terminates in a
squeaking tone.
201. _In faulty articulation what sounds are usually mispronounced?_
The vowel sounds of the unaccented syllables.
202. _What Consonants are often incorrectly dropped?_
The final consonants.
203. _How may distinct Articulation be acquired?_
By continued practice of the elementary sounds.
204. _What are the most prominent Elements of all words?_
The vowels.
205. _Which sounds should be practiced first?_
The vowels; as they are the most easily uttered.
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