One of the Penguin English Test your guides, this book provides 60 tests, motivating, varied language practice with gap-fills, multiple choice, matching exercises, cartoons and more. They can be used either for self-study or in class. An answer key is provided. Achieving perfect English pronunciation is the holy grail of most English students. With so many different sounds and an often haphazard spelling system, English is not an easy language to pronounce. But without making some effort, your accent will overshadow all your efforts at learning English. You may give a grammatically correct speech only to find that your listener didn’t understand a word. To improve your accent, spend time listening and carefully imitating words that are difficult for you to pronounce. If possible record yourself and, as painful as it may be, listen to and evaluate your recording. Use our pronunciation lab to see how your lips should look as you make each sound, then speak into a mirror. You will find that with regular practice your English accent steadily improves.