Understanding English Intonation

What is intonation often compared to in speech?

• The grammar of a sentence

• The melody of speech

• The speed of talking

• The volume of voice

Which type of intonation is typically used in statements?

• Flat intonation

• Rising intonation

• Variable intonation

• Falling intonation

How does a rising pitch at the end of a sentence affect its perception?

• It sounds more confident

• It sounds unsure or unfinished

• It sounds more formal

• It sounds more casual

What type of intonation do Yes/No questions typically use?

• Falling intonation

• Descending intonation

• Rising intonation

• Flat intonation

Which of the following is a characteristic of information questions?

• They use a rising intonation

• They start with a question word

• They are always rhetorical

• They can be answered with yes or no