Understanding Declarative Sentences

What is the primary purpose of a declarative sentence?

• To ask a question

• To make a statement

• To give a command

• To express strong emotion

Identify the declarative sentence:

• Can you help me with my homework?

• Please close the door.

• The sun sets in the west.

• What a beautiful day!

Which of the following sentences is NOT declarative?

• She enjoys reading novels.

• Do you like pizza?

• The cat is sleeping on the couch.

• He works at a bank.

True or False: A declarative sentence always ends with a period.

Convert the following question into a declarative sentence: “Is the library open today?”

Fill in the blank with a declarative sentence: “ (a)   is my favorite subject in school.”

Which sentence is an example of a declarative sentence?

• Turn off the lights.

• The movie starts at 7 PM.

• How are you feeling today?

• Wow, that’s amazing!

True or False: Declarative sentences can be used to express opinions.

Rewrite the following exclamatory sentence as a declarative sentence: “What a fantastic performance!”

Choose the declarative sentence from the options below:

• Please pass the salt.

• Are you coming to the party?

• I think it’s going to rain.

• Watch out for the car!