Sentence or Fragment? Types of Sentences

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What is a sentence?

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A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought and has a subject and a verb.

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What is a fragment?

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A fragment is a group of words that does not express a complete thought and is missing either a subject or a verb.

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Example of a sentence:

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The cat is sleeping on the couch.

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Example of a fragment:

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Running in the park.

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What is a command sentence?

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A command sentence tells someone to do something and often starts with a verb.

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Example of a command sentence:

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Please close the door.

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What is a statement sentence?

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A statement sentence provides information and ends with a period.

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Example of a statement sentence:

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The sun is shining.

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What is a question sentence?

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A question sentence asks something and ends with a question mark.

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Example of a question sentence:

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What time is it?