4 Functions Of Sentences
There are 4 different kinds of sentences:
1. Declarative
2. Interrogative
3. Imperative
4. Exclamatory
Each kind of sentence has a different purpose. Can you name each type of sentence in the questions below?
- 1.
Will you bring me a glass of milk and an Oreo cookie?
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Exclamatory
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
B. InterrogativeExplanation
The sentence "Will you bring me a glass of milk and an Oreo cookie?" is an interrogative sentence because it is framed as a question. Interrogative sentences are used to inquire or ask for information, typically recognized by their grammatical structure and punctuation ending in a question mark.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Please explain to me how you studied for this test.
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
C. ImperativeExplanation
This sentence ends in a period and makes a request, making it an imperative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 3.
I would like to go to the beach now.
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
A. DeclarativeExplanation
This sentence ends in a period and makes a statement, making it a declarative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following sentences expresses a command or request?
- A.
The cat sat on the mat.
- B.
Is it raining outside?
- C.
Please close the door.
- D.
What a beautiful sunset!
Correct Answer
C. Please close the door.Explanation
This sentence gives a directive to someone, asking them to perform an action (closing the door). The word "please" makes it a polite request rather than a harsh command. The other options represent different sentence functions: a) is a declarative statement, b) is an interrogative question, and d) is an exclamatory expression of surprise or admiration.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Go get your shoes on!
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
C. ImperativeExplanation
This sentence ends in an exclamation point and gives an order, making it an imperative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Did you know the language test is tomorrow?
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
B. InterrogativeExplanation
This sentence ends in a question mark and asks a question, making it an interrogative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 7.
I think if you study you will do well on this test.
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
A. DeclarativeExplanation
This sentence ends in a period and makes a statement, making it a declarative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Help your brother with his homework.
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
C. ImperativeExplanation
This sentence ends in a period and gives an order, making it an imperative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 9.
You dropped your pencil on the floor.
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
A. DeclarativeExplanation
This sentence ends in a period and makes a statement, making it a declarative sentence.Rate this question:
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- 10.
This quiz is finally finished!
- A.
Declarative
- B.
Interrogative
- C.
Imperative
- D.
Exclamatory
Correct Answer
D. ExclamatoryExplanation
This sentence ends in an exclamation point and expresses strong feeling, making it an exclamatory sentence.Rate this question:
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