Основы английской интонации. Учебное пособие

— Some people dream of weekends in nature’s lap. ................................

Exercise 4. Use the tunes of Tone-Group III (see appendix 3).

Convey a mildly surprised attitude.

I’ve collected red, yellow and brown autumn leaves. I’m very much afraid of thunderstorms.

I heard about a tornado in Texas in the news programme. They bought a Caribbean tour in August.

My friend never wears a cap when the sun is hot. Let’s take a picture of this friendly cow. Here’s a bunch of primroses for you.

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Respond trying to sound impatient and protesting.

Why not go on a pleasure boat at the weekend? I would rather stay at a motel.

I’ve been lazing around for a week already. Our train is ten minutes fast.

I adore hiking tours. You’re wanted on the phone.

I’m afraid, one bag is missing.

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OVERVIEW

TONE-GROUPS VII, IX, III

Exercise1.IdentifytheTone-Groupsaccordingtothesuggested attitudes (see Appendix 3):

a)soothing

b)interested

c)protesting

d)with personal concern

e)with contradiction

f)urgent

g)reassuring

h)non-final

i)displeased

j)instead of Low Rise to draw the particular attention to the communicative centre

Exercise 2. Mark stresses and tunes according to the structure, name the Tone-Group and define the attitudes:

a)I received a call in the night from my colleague in China. (Low Pre-Head + Fall-Rise + Tail)

b)The next meeting is at the end of the month.

(Low Pre-Head + Stepping Head + Low Rise + Tail)

c)All the guests arrived before sunset. (Low Pre-Head + High Fall + Tail)

d)I’ll get it done as soon as I possibly can. (Low Pre-Head + Low Head + High Fall + Tail)

e)She works as a TV actor.

(Fall-Rise + Tail)

f) This one is not quite as exciting as that one. (High Pre-Head + Low Rise + Tail)

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g) Which city is the most popular with tourists? (High Fall + Fall-Rise)

h)Which city would you prefer to visit? (Low Pre-Head + High Fall + Fall-Rise)

i)There are far more job opportunities in a large town. ((Low Pre-Head + Stepping Head + Low Rise + Tail)

j)You can book much more cheaply online.

(Low Pre-Head + Sliding Descending Head + Fall-Rise + Tail)

Exercise 3. Make up your own sentences according to the key information. Mark stresses and tunes:

a)Tone-Group VII. Special Question: interested, puzzled.

b)Tone-Group IX. Statement: concerned, with uncertainty.

c)Tone-Group III. Exclamation: very emotional.

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TONE-GROUP IV

Exercise 1. Listen carefully to the following conversational situations. Concentrate your attention on the intonation of the

replies [O’Connor, 1973]:

Tone-Group IV

Tune I. (Low Pre-Head) + Stepping Head + High Fall + (Tail)

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Tune II. (Low Pre-Head) + High Fall + High Fall + … (Tail)

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Exercise2.Readthefollowingconversationalsituations.Usethe intonation patterns of Tone-Group IV in the replies.

1. Shall we go by train or by plane? — Let’s go by plane. It’s much quicker.

2.But what if our flight is delayed? — We’ll wait in the departure lounge.

3.Are you airsick? — Never. I fall asleep as soon as we take off.

4.Whydoyouliketravellingbytrain?-Therhythmfromthetracks is quite comforting, you know.

5.Long train trips are always a problem for me. — What do find the most uncomfortable?

6.What should I write in a customs declaration form? — Just list all dutiable articles.

7.Why don’t you join us on a sea voyage? — I’m always seasick. I’d better stay on dry land.

8.Travellingbytrainisagreatchancetomakenewfriends. —And to see beautiful landscapes, too.

9.A car journey can be very tiresome. — Yes, but it gives you freedom.

10. I don’t like the commotion of a railway station. — Travel by car then!

11. Why do you always travel on foot? — It’s the cheapest means of travelling.

12. How shall we cross the Channel? — By ferry, I suppose.

13. Why are you against a car journey? — It’s dangerous to drive at night!

14.Wecanstopatsomemotelforthenight. —Doyouknowagood one on that motorway?

15. Why do you always go to work by bicycle? — It’s good both for health and environment.

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Exercise 3. Study the following conversational situations. Give your own responses according to communicative types of sentences. Use the intonation patterns of Tone-Group IV:

Tune I. (Low Pre-Head +) Stepping Head + High Fall (+ Tail) Tune II. (Low Pre-Head +) High Fall + High Fall ... (+ Tail)

Tune III. High Pre-Head + High Fall (+ Tail)

—Ecotourism focuses on socially responsible travel..............................

—At some airports, the baggage is pre-screened. ...............................

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Exclamations

—Do you agree that travelling broadens the mind? ...............................

—Do you enjoy going on day trips into the countryside?.......................

Exercise 4. Use the tunes of Tone-Group IV (see Appendix 3).

Respond conveying personal concern and suggesting a course of action.

The plane takes off in about an hour. Let me help you with your suitcase. What can I take with me into the cabin?

The Departure notice says it’s a slow train. How do I get to Platform Seven?

I’m afraid, I don’t know how to fill in the customs declaration form.

How can I have my meals in my room?

Respond trying to convey interested and business-like attitude.

At what altitude are we going to fly? Where can I put this attache case? Is there a restaurant car on this train?

Can I have a single room facing the park? I must say the neighbours are too noisy. Could you wake me up at 7 a.m.?

I’m going to leave on Wednesday. Will my bill be ready by then?

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TONE-GROUP X

Exercise 1. Listen carefully to the following conversational situations. Concentrate your attention on the intonation of the replies [O’Connor, 1973]:Tone-group X

High Fall + Low Rise

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