Question

Which intonation pattern is typically used in declarative sentences uttered as ordinary statements?

• A. Fall-rise
• B. Rising
• C. Falling
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Falling

The intonation pattern typically used in declarative sentences uttered as ordinary statements is the falling intonation.

• In falling intonation, the pitch starts high and gradually falls towards the end of the sentence.

• This pattern is common in statements, commands, and WH-questions.

🔹 Example:
✔ "She is going to the market." (↘ falling intonation)
✔ "I finished my homework." (↘ falling intonation)