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SENTENCE SENSE

Let's learn how to communicate clearly by mastering the different types of sentences!

1. The Complete Sentence

What is a Sentence?

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A sentence is a group of words that expresses a COMPLETE THOUGHT. It begins with a CAPITAL LETTER and ends with a PUNCTUATION MARK.

The cat sleeps on the sofa.

Practice Questions

📝 Notebook Challenge!

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Scenario: You are eating the best meal of your life at a new restaurant.

Task: In your notebook, write a vivid, COMPLETE SENTENCE describing this delicious meal.


💡 Hint: Start with "The pizza is..." or "I love eating..."

2. Declarative Sentences

What is a Declarative Sentence?

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It makes a STATEMENT or tells you something. It is always followed by a PERIOD (.) ↘

We are going to the zoo today.

Practice Questions

📝 Notebook Challenge!

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Scenario: You are an undercover spy and need to state a fact for your file.

Task: In your notebook, write a DECLARATIVE SENTENCE sharing a surprising but true fact about yourself.


💡 Hint: Start with "I can..." or "My hidden talent is..."

3. Imperative Sentences

What is an Imperative Sentence?

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It gives a COMMAND or request. The secret subject is always [You], even though it is hidden!

[You] Clean your room before dinner.

Practice Questions

📝 Notebook Challenge!

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Scenario: A sneaky dog is trying to run away with your homework!

Task: Write a firm IMPERATIVE SENTENCE commanding the dog to drop your assignment immediately.


💡 Hint: Start with an action word (verb) like "Drop", "Stop", or "Give".

4. Interrogative Sentences

What is an Interrogative Sentence?

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It asks a QUESTION. It is always followed by a QUESTION MARK (?) ↗

What time are we having lunch?

Practice Questions

📝 Notebook Challenge!

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Scenario: You just discovered a mysterious, glowing box sitting in the middle of your backyard.

Task: In your notebook, write an INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE to ask a question about this strange box.


💡 Hint: Start with a question word like "What", "Why", or "Where".

5. Exclamatory Sentences

What is an Exclamatory Sentence?

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It shows excitement or expresses STRONG FEELING. It is always followed by an EXCLAMATION POINT (!).

This chocolate cake is delicious!

Practice Questions

📝 Notebook Challenge!

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Scenario: You just won a million dollars in a crazy worldwide contest!

Task: In your notebook, write an EXCLAMATORY SENTENCE shouting out your extreme excitement to the world!


💡 Hint: Start with words like "Wow," or "I cannot believe..."

Final Mastery Quiz (15 Questions)