Understanding Basic Patterns of Intonation in English

Here's link to a good, clear summary of the way some basic intonation patterns are used in English:

http://reallifebh.com/intonation-the-secret-ingredient-to-great-pronunciation-with-audio

You can use the audio which accompanies the article to hear, and practise, the examples.

Note: these are just some of the ways intonation is used in English. However, if you can begin to use these patterns correctly in your own speech, you're off to a very good start.