This exercise and those that follow will help you practice linking. Remember to place the most stress on the key word, usually a noun or a verb. For longer sentences place the most stress on the focus word of each thought group.

In the Department Store

a. Can _ I help you?
b. I’m looking for _ a pair _ of sunglasses.
a. The sunglasses _ are _ on the other side of the make up counter.
b. Oh these _ are nice. Can _ I try them _ on?
a. The mirror _ is _ over here.
b. How much _ are these?
a. They’re _ on sale for one hundred and eighty dollars.
b. That’s _ a lot _ of money. I don’t think _ I can _ afford that.
a. The style _ is _ amazing. We’re _ almost _ all sold _ out.
a. Do you have _ any that _ are cheaper?
b. No, I am _ afraid _ I don’t. Is there _ anything _ else _ I can help you find?
a. As _ a matter _ of fact, yes. Help me find _ a rich husband!