Types of Sentence Structure

Sentence Types

Do You Know What They Are Called?

Declarative Sentences

Make a statement.
End with a period.

Give an example when I call your name, please.

Interrogative Sentences

Ask a question.
End with a question mark - ?

Give an example when I call your name, please.

Imperative Sentenc

Give a command.
End with a period.
You are the subject of the sentence.

Think of an example of an imperative sentence you might be told by your parent or guardian.

Exclamatory Sentences

Show strong emotion or surprise.
End with an exclamation point - !
Overused in texting!!!!

What makes you feel strong emotion or surprise? Be ready to share!

Multiple Choice

Which sentence type asks a question?

• Declarative

• Interrogative

• Imperative

• Exclamatory

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses an exclamation point at the end?

• Imperative

• Interrogative

• Declarative

• Exclamatory

Multiple Choice

Which sentences makes a statement?

• Exclamatory

• Interrogative

• Declarative

• Imperative

Multiple Choice

In which sentence are you the subject?

• Imperative

• Interrogative

• Declarative

• Exclamatory

Multiple Choice

In which sentence are you the subject?

• Imperative

• Interrogative

• Declarative

• Exclamatory