Types of Sentences

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What is a declarative sentence?

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A declarative sentence gives information or facts.

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What is an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence gives a command or instructions.

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What is an exclamatory sentence?

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An exclamatory sentence expresses a strong emotion.

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What is an interrogative sentence?

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An interrogative sentence asks a question.

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Example of a declarative sentence.

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The sky is blue.

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Example of an imperative sentence.

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Please close the door.

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Example of an exclamatory sentence.

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What a beautiful day!

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Example of an interrogative sentence.

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What time is it?

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How do you identify a declarative sentence?

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It usually ends with a period and states a fact.

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How do you identify an imperative sentence?

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It often starts with a verb and gives a command.