A falling intonation is used at the end of (1) a statement, a command, or a

request and (2) a question which cannot be answered by yes or no.

A rising intonation is used (1) at the end of a yes/no question, (2) after a phrase
within a sentence, and (3) in enumerating persons, places, objects and others.

Read the following sentences. Write a downward arrow , if the sentence has a falling
intonation and an upward, if it has a rising intonation.
1.

We all got high grades.

2.

May I see your assignment?

3.

The contestants qualified for the contest.

4.

Some people like to read books, play tennis, swim and watch movies.

5.

Did he recite the poem well?

6.

Who won in the contest?

7.

Are you coming with us?

8.

The Cebuanos make good guitars.

9.

There are many places to visit in Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand.

10. Please seat beside each other.

Work Out:
Read the following sentences. If the sentence has a falling intonation, write F, if it has a
rising intonation, write R.
1.

There are wonderful places in the Philippines.

2.

Have you met our new principal?

3.

Girls are interested in dances, but boys are interested in sports.

4.

Where did you leave your bag?

5.

Mrs. Legaspi bakes tarts, cakes, cookies and breads.

6.

What will you wear for the party?

7.

Please come to my party.

8.

My mother bought rice, viand, vegetables and fruits.

9.

Can you come with me?

10. Together with his cousins, Krystal flew to Davao