Punctuation: Sentence Types, Commas, Semicolons

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an imperative sentence?
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An imperative sentence gives a command or request. It often starts with a verb and can end with a period or an exclamation mark. Example: 'Close the door.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a declarative sentence?
Back
A declarative sentence makes a statement or expresses an opinion. It always ends with a period. Example: 'The sky is blue.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an interrogative sentence?
Back
An interrogative sentence asks a question and ends with a question mark. Example: 'What time is it?'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an exclamatory sentence?
Back
An exclamatory sentence expresses strong emotion and ends with an exclamation mark. Example: 'What a beautiful day!'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of a comma in a sentence?
Back
A comma is used to indicate a pause between parts of a sentence, separate items in a list, or set off clauses. Example: 'I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you use commas in a list?
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Commas are used to separate three or more items in a list. Example: 'We need bread, milk, eggs, and cheese.'
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a semicolon?
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A semicolon is a punctuation mark (;) used to connect closely related independent clauses or to separate items in a complex list.
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