To solve this task, we need to match each sentence with the correct type of English intonation based on the context and structure of the sentence. Let’s go through them one by one:
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a. Jan hasn’t arrived, has she?
This is a
tag question with certainty because it ends with a short question ("has she?") that expects agreement. The speaker seems confident Jan hasn’t arrived.
b. They bought carpets, sofas, lamps, and picture frames.
This is a
list because it names several items in sequence.
c. Is it violet, purple, or blue?
This is
or (all options available) because it gives multiple choices and asks which one is correct.
d. Life isn’t easy.
This is a
statement — it’s declaring a fact or opinion without asking anything.
e. Where have you been?
This is a
wh question because it starts with “Where” and asks for specific information.
f. The country club I attend will close next month.
This is a
statement — it’s giving information, not asking or commanding.
g. Can I call Kye and Quinn?
This is a
yes/no question because it can be answered with “yes” or “no.”
h. You may order artisan food, fast food, or veggie food.
This is
or (all options available) — it’s offering multiple choices for ordering.
i. It doesn’t work like that, does it?
This is a
tag question with certainty — the speaker believes it doesn’t work that way and is seeking confirmation.
j. All the items were sold already!?
This expresses
surprise — the exclamation mark and question mark together show shock or disbelief.
k. Just stop complaining about it.
This is a
command — it’s telling someone what to do.
l. Bianca, my sister, is trying to be more active.
This uses
old information vs new information — “Bianca, my sister” is likely known to the listener, and “is trying to be more active” is the new info.
m. I said you can go now.
This is
emphasis — the speaker is stressing that they already gave permission.
n. Did you bring this?
This is a
yes/no question — it can be answered with “yes” or “no.”
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Final Answer:
a. tag question with certainty
b. list
c. or (all options available)
d. statement
e. wh question
f. statement
g. yes/no question
h. or (all options available)
i. tag question with certainty
j. surprise
k. command
l. old information vs new information
m. emphasis
n. yes/no question
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of intonation worksheet.
