- Yes/no questions usually rise while wh- questions usually fall at the end.
- 1. Are you going to the shops? (rise) / Where are you going? (fall)
- 2. Shall I open the window? (rise) / Why are you opening the window? It’s cold in here. (fall)
- 3. When does the museum open? (fall) / Is it open? (rise)
- 4. Do you play basketball? (rise) / How often do you play basketball? (fall)
- 5. Where’s the newspaper? (fall) / Is that today’s newspaper? (rise)
- 6. Is that the light? (rise) / Why are the lights off? (fall)
- 7. Do you live near here? (rise) / Where do you live? (fall)
- 8. What day is it today? (fall) / Is it Tuesday today? (rise)
- 9. What is he doing? (fall) / Is he doing his homework? (rise)
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of intonation worksheet.
