Is the sentence a statement, question, command or exclamation?
key notes :
1. Statement (Declarative Sentence)
- Definition: A statement is a sentence that gives information or tells something. It ends with a period (.). Examples:
- The sun is shining.
- My dog is very playful.
- We have a math test tomorrow. Tip: A statement simply shares information or a fact.
2. Question (Interrogative Sentence)
- Definition: A question is a sentence that asks something. It ends with a question mark (?). Examples:
- What time is it?
- Can I have some juice?
- Where is my backpack? Tip: A question looks for an answer. If you can answer it, it’s a question.
3. Command (Imperative Sentence)
- Definition: A command tells someone to do something. It can be a polite request or a direct order. It usually ends with a period (.), but sometimes with an exclamation mark (!) if it’s strong. Examples:
- Close the door.
- Please finish your homework.
- Stop running in the hallway! Tip: A command tells someone what to do. It might be polite (Please) or direct (Stop).
4. Exclamation (Exclamatory Sentence)
- Definition: An exclamation is a sentence that shows strong feelings like surprise, excitement, or fear. It ends with an exclamation mark (!). Examples:
- Wow, that was awesome!
- Watch out!
- I can’t believe we won the game! Tip: An exclamation expresses a big emotion and is often spoken with excitement or urgency.
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