Is the sentence declarative, interrogative, imperative or exclamatory?
Key Notes:
1οΈβ£ Declarative Sentences π
π Definition: A declarative sentence makes a statement or expresses an idea.
π Punctuation: Ends with a period (.)
π Purpose: To tell or inform
β¨ Example:
- The sun rises in the east. π
- She loves reading books. π
2οΈβ£ Interrogative Sentences β
π Definition: An interrogative sentence asks a question.
π Punctuation: Ends with a question mark (?)
π Purpose: To inquire or seek information
β¨ Example:
- What is your favorite subject? π
- Are you coming to the party? π
3οΈβ£ Imperative Sentences π¦
π Definition: An imperative sentence gives a command, request, or advice.
π Punctuation: Usually ends with a period (.) but can also end with an exclamation mark (!) for strong commands.
π Purpose: To direct someone to do something
β¨ Example:
- Please close the door. πͺ
- Stop talking! π
4οΈβ£ Exclamatory Sentences π²π
π Definition: An exclamatory sentence expresses strong emotions (happiness, anger, surprise, excitement).
π Punctuation: Always ends with an exclamation mark (!)
π Purpose: To show feelings
β¨ Example:
- What a beautiful day it is! πΈ
- I canβt believe we won the match! π
π Quick Tips to Identify π
βοΈ Declarative β Tells something β
βοΈ Interrogative β Asks something β
βοΈ Imperative β Orders/Requests π¦
βοΈ Exclamatory β Shows emotion π
π Memory Trick:
π€ D.I.I.E. β Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, Exclamatory
π Think of it as: βDo I Inspire Emotions?β π
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