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Types of Sentences

There are four types of sentences.

Assertive or Declarative Sentences Interrogative Sentences

Imperative Sentences Exclamatory Sentences

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G A sentence that states a fact a thought or an
opinion is called an assertive or declarative
sentence. It ends with a full stop ( ). .

Read the following examples:

1. The peacock is our National Bird.

2. India is our country.

G Sentences which begin with a question
word are said to be interrogative sentences .
It ends with a question mark ( ). ?

Read the following examples:

1. Have you seen the Red Fort?

2. Do they have enough food?

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G A sentence that makes a request or gives order command advice or
suggestion is called an imperative sentence . It ends with a full stop . ( ).

Read the following examples:

1. Give me a glass of water, please. (request)

2. Close the window. (order)

G A sentence that expresses a strong feeling or emotion is called an exclamatory

sentence.

Read the following examples:

1. Oh! The princess is really pretty.

2. Alas ! The poor man is dead.

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