4 Types of sentences

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What is a declarative sentence?

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A declarative sentence is a statement that provides information or expresses an opinion. It ends with a period.

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Give an example of a declarative sentence.

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"I read a book today."

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What is an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence gives a command or request. It can end with a period or an exclamation mark.

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Give an example of an imperative sentence.

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"Please come watch me play."

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What is an interrogative sentence?

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An interrogative sentence asks a question and typically begins with a question word (who, what, where, when, why) or an auxiliary verb. It ends with a question mark.

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Give an example of an interrogative sentence.

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"What are your goals for the future?"

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What punctuation typically ends a declarative sentence?

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A declarative sentence typically ends with a period.

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What punctuation can end an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence can end with either a period or an exclamation mark.

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What punctuation typically ends an interrogative sentence?

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An interrogative sentence typically ends with a question mark.

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What is the purpose of a declarative sentence?

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The purpose of a declarative sentence is to provide information or express an opinion.