What Would Be the Best Stage Name for a Ventriloquist

question 37

Multiple Choice

What would be the best stage name for a ventriloquist, in order to best support the illusion that the dummy is the one saying the name during the script?

• A) Bob, because the ventriloquist could simply substitute an altered /d/ for the /b/.
• B) Pip William, because it is long and with categorically perceived consonants.
• C) Henrietta, because it is long and the lips do not have to move.
• D) Famous Mave, because this name takes full advantage of the Ganong effect.

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