PHONETICS: Rising and Falling Intonation Quiz

What is falling intonation used for in English sentences?

• Making statements or comments

• Requesting clarification

• Expressing high energy emotions

• Asking yes/no questions

When do English speakers use rising intonation?

• For statements or comments

• For questions with a yes/no answer

• To express low energy emotions

• To list items

What is the function of mixed intonation in English sentences?

• Requesting clarification

• Making statements or comments

• Offering a choice of two options

• Expressing high energy emotions

What does a falling intonation pattern communicate to the listener?

• Uncertainty

• High energy emotions

• Specific message

• Boredom

When do English speakers use rising tone for questions?

• To express low energy emotions

• To list items

• For requests for clarification

• For questions with a yes/no answer

What is the exception to the falling tone applied to the words in a sentence?

• Short phrases

• Stressed words

• Long sentences

• Unstressed words

What is the term for the overuse of rising intonation by both non-native and native English speakers?

• High rising terminal

• Low falling terminal

• Intonation overload

• Rising intonation syndrome

What is the function of rising intonation in English sentences?

• Indicating uncertainty

• Expressing high energy emotions

• Offering a choice of two options

• Making statements or comments

What does mixed intonation in English sentences serve several functions including?

• Expressing high energy emotions

• Offering a choice of two options

• Making statements or comments

• Requesting clarification

What is the purpose of the downloadable cheat sheet mentioned in the lesson?

• To use for classroom activities

• To use for home practice

• To use for online quizzes

• To use with coaching clients