It was very kind of you. Not in the least.

I` m very pleased with Sue. So you ought to be.

TONE GROUP 2

TUNE 1 STEPPING HEAD + LOW FALL (+TALL)

STATEMENTS

Isn’t she very bright? Mad as a hatter. Dull as ditchwater.

Is it easy? Not so easy as you might think.

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

I’m afraid I can’t do it. Can’t do what?

What’s he saying? How can I hear when you’re

making so much noise?

GENERAL QUESTIONS

It’ll be very exciting. Will you stick to the point?

He` s two hours late again. Isn’t he just the sort of person to

drive you mad?

COMMANDS

What do you think you are doing? Mind your own business.

What do you want me to do? Read the paragraph beginning at the

bottom of the next page but one .

INTERJECTIONS

Here I am at last. Welcome back.

Isn’t it mild today! What a difference from this time last

week!

TUNE 2 LOW PRE-HEAD + STEPPING HEAD + LOW FALL (+TALL)

STATEMENTS

Why did he run away? I haven` t the slightest idea.

Where` s that book of mine? I’ve put it away in the dining –room

cupboard.

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

Will you help? How could I possibly refuse?

Oh for a bit of quiet! When will they stop making that

dreadful din?

GENERAL QUESTIONS

It` s quite an interesting idea. Would you say it` s a practical

proposition?

We’ve both got the same answer. Now isn’t that peculiar!

Do you remember our walk in What a beautiful day, (wasn’t it ?)

Epping forest?

COMMANDS

We` ll be there in no time. Now take it slowly.

It` s not much of a risk. Well don` t say I didn’t warn you.

How shall I make my peace? Give the girl the most expensive meal

you can afford.

Here is the pen you’ve lost. Thank you very much indeed.

INTERJECTIONS

I haven` t seen you for ages. And imagine us meeting here of

all places.

TUNE 3 HIGH PRE-HEAD + LOW FALL (+TALL)

STATEMENTS

I’ll fetch you in the car. That is good of you.

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

You won` t do it that way. Well how, then?

What did you say the address was? How many more times d` you

want telling?

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Well he says he needs it. Yes but does he, in all honesty?

We can` t leave yet. It` s raining. Now isn’t that infuriating!

COMMANDS

I don` t want your help. Do it yourself then.

INTERJECTIONS

He just shouted me down. The brute!

Hullo, Jack. Good evening, Mr. Dean.

TONE GROUP 6

TUNE 1 LOW RISE ONLY

STATEMENTS

Did you catch the last train? Just.

What does a haberdasher sell? Shirts, ties, socks, gloves.

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

When’s the meeting due to take When? (Why, at five).

place?

The meeting’s at five. When? (I thought it was at six).

COMMANDS

But how do you do it? Watch. (Like that).

It’s half past ten. Well. (We’re not in a hurry)

TUNE 2 LOW RISE + TAIL

STATEMENTS

Do you ever go to the club ? Sometimes.

Tony`s always late. Last week he was on time.

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

How old are you? How old am I ? (How old do you think?)

GENERAL QUESTIONS

I thought she was pretty. Did you?

Your change, sir. Thank you.

TUNE 3 LOW PRE-HEAD+ LOW RISE (+TAIL)

STATEMENTS

Have you been there? I have.

I wonder if they sell socks. You could inquire.

That’s my final offer. If that’s the way you want it,

(there’s nothing more to say).

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

I went with Mr. Spang. With who?

There’s someone to see you. Who is it?

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Oh good! Breakfast in bed! Do you like breakfast in bed?

I can’t find my key anywhere. You haven’t lost it,(have you)?

COMMANDS

Thank you. Don’t mention it.

INTERJECTIONS

Is that really yours? Of course!

TUNE 4 (LOW PRE-HEAD+) LOW HEAD+ LOW RISE (+TAIL)

STATEMENTS

Let me get you some more tea. You’re very kind.

How much did you win? About a thousand pounds.

What will they think of me? You mustn’t take it to heart.

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

I don’t agree. Why not?

Shut the door, for heaven’s Just who do you think you are talking to?

sake.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

Let’s use it now. Wouldn’t it be better to wait till it’s cold?

He says he’ll never speak to He doesn’t really mean it,(does he?)

me again.

COMMANDS

I don’t think I can dive from Have a shot at it.

that height.

I’m sorry. Well say it as if you meant it.

I’m terribly sorry. Don’t apologize. (It could happen to

anybody).

INTERJECTIONS

I can’t help you. Very well. (we’ll do it alone).

TONE GROUP 7

TUNE 1 ( LOW PRE-HEAD +) STEPPING HEAD + LOW RISE (+TAIL)

STATEMENTS

I hate climbing ladders. It’s all right. You won’t fall.

I must pay you what I owe you. There’s no hurry. Whenever it’s convenient.

Tell me, doctor. Is he badly hurt? Nothing at all serious. Just a few bruises.

I’ve decided to reject his After you’ve heard what I have to say

application. (you’ll change your mind, I think).

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

I leave tomorrow morning. What train are you thinking of catching?

Steven is going to retire. Who do you think will take over from

him?

He’s sitting on the carver. He’s sitting on the what?

GENERAL QUESTIONS

I’m going to do some shopping. Can I come too?

I’d love you to come. Are taking the car?

I suppose I’ll have to. Would you like me to drive?

They’ve sent us four. We don’t need so many (do we?)

What time will you call round? Shall we say five o’clock (or is that too

early for you?)

COMMANDS

I just can’t quite manage it. Well keep trying.

I’m just going. Have a good time.

I really must be off. Don’t let me detain you then.

INTERJECTIONS

Have a good holiday. And you!

I’ll be back later. Good bye for the present. See you then.

You’ve got the wrong number. Sorry you’ve been troubled.

TUNE 2 HIGH PRE-HEAD + LOW RISE (+TAIL)

STATEMENTS

Do hurry up. I’m coming.

But I may spill some. If you go carefully you won’t.

Any time to spare on Sunday? For once in a while (I think I have)

SPECIAL QUESTIONS

I said nothing of the kind. What did you say then?

He was treated by an osteopath. By who did you say?

GENERAL QUESTIONS

When can I call for it? Would Friday suit you?

We had a splendid game. Did you win, by the way?

Why have you taken that one? This is mine, (isn’t it).

COMMANDS

Whatever shall we do? Don’t panic. (We’ll think of something).

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