Sentence Types O'Brien 2024

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What is an exclamatory sentence?

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An exclamatory sentence expresses strong emotion and ends with an exclamation point.

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What punctuation mark is used to end a declarative sentence?

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A period.

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What punctuation mark is used to end an exclamatory sentence?

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An exclamation point.

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What is an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence gives a command or request and can end with a period or an exclamation point.

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What is an interrogative sentence?

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An interrogative sentence asks a question and ends with a question mark.

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What are the four main types of sentences?

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Declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory.

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How can you identify an exclamatory sentence?

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An exclamatory sentence can often be identified by its use of strong emotion and the presence of an exclamation point.

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What is the purpose of a declarative sentence?

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The purpose of a declarative sentence is to make a statement or express an opinion.

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What is the function of an interrogative sentence?

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The function of an interrogative sentence is to request information or ask a question.

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Can an imperative sentence end with an exclamation point?

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Yes, an imperative sentence can end with either a period or an exclamation point, depending on the strength of the command.