Types of Sentences PDF

**TYPES OF SENTENCES** **Grammatically**, sentences can be categorized according to their **syntactic structure**: - [Simple](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#simple-sentence) - [Compound](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#compound-sentence)...

**TYPES OF SENTENCES** **Grammatically**, sentences can be categorized according to their **syntactic structure**: - [Simple](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#simple-sentence) - [Compound](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#compound-sentence) - [Complex](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#complex-sentence) - [Compound-complex](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#compound-complex-sentence) **What Is a Sentence?** A sentence is a complete set of words that conveys meaning. A sentence can communicate o a statement (I am studying.), a command (Go away.), an exclamation (I'm so excited!), a question (What time is it?). A sentence is composed of one or more clauses. A clause contains a subject and verb. **Types of Sentences** 1. **Simple Sentence:** A simple sentence is made up of one independent clause. **Independent clause:** An independent clause contains a subject and a predicate and expresses a complete thought. Here are a few examples of simple sentences: She sings beautifully. The cat is taking a nap. He ran to catch the bus. 2. **Complex Sentence:** A complex sentence comprises one independent clause and at least one dependent clause. **Dependent clause:** A dependent clause contains a subject and verb but does not express a complete thought and therefore cannot stand alone. If the dependent clause precedes the independent clause, then a comma is needed to connect them. But if the independent clause is first, then the clauses are joined with subordinating conjunctions. **Examples:** After I finished the project, I went outside for a walk. Due to her determination and grit, she won first place in the swimming competition. We didn't attend the ceremony because we all came down with the flu.  3. **Compound Sentence:** A compound sentence contains two or more independent clauses. A comma and a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, so, yet) or semicolon join the clauses. There are no dependent clauses in a compound sentence. **Examples:** I enjoy hiking, but my twin sister prefers swimming. The sun was shining brightly, so we decided to have a family beach day. 4. **Compound-complex Sentence:** A compound-complex sentence contains two or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause. **Examples:** We tried our best, but we still didn't win first place, and we were disappointed with the result. *Johan finished his homework early, so we decided to go for a walk, but when it started raining, we had to return home.* **KINDS OF SENTENCES:** **Pragmatically**, sentences are also classified based on their **function**: - [Declarative](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#declarative-sentence) - [Interrogative](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#interrogative-sentence) - [Imperative](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#imperative-sentence) - [Exclamatory](https://languagetool.org/insights/post/types-of-sentences/#exclamatory-sentence) 1. **Declarative Sentence:** A declarative sentence makes a statement or provides information. They usually end with a period. **Examples:** I live next to the school. We were deciding whether to attend the event. My birthday is next Monday. 2. **Interrogative Sentence:** An *interrogative sentence* is used to ask questions and seek information. It often begins with a question pronoun (*who, what, where, when, why, how, etc.*), and always ends with a question mark. **Examples:** **Why did you leave that there?** **Where did you go on vacation?** **How are you doing?** 3. **Imperative Sentence: An imperative sentences give commands, instructions, or requests. Imperative sentences usually do not have a subject explicitly stated. Instead, the subject is implied.** **Examples:** **Please pass me the salt.** **Don't forget to buy some milk on your way home from work.** **Close the door** 4. **Exclamatory Sentence: An exclamatory sentences express strong emotions, like excitement or surprise. They are used to express joy, anger, astonishment, or any other intense feeling. Exclamatory sentences typically end with an exclamation mark.** **Wow, what a beautiful sunset!** **That rollercoaster was scary but so much fun!** **What a remarkable performance!** **Identifying Sentence Types** **Q1. Read each sentence carefully and identify each one as declarative,** **Interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory.** **1. What is your favorite cartoon? \_\_\_\_\_** **2. This is the last time I am going to tell you. \_\_\_\_** **3. I love getting presents! \_\_\_** **4. His favorite color was green so he wore it often. \_\_\_\_** **5. The horse is running away! \_\_\_\_** **6. Are you better at math, science, or reading? \_\_\_\_** **7. That outfit is so cute! \_\_\_** **8. Turn the lights back on. \_\_\_** **9. There are three girls and two boys in this group. \_\_\_** **10. This movie is funny. \_\_\_** **11. Will you be skiing with us later? \_\_\_** **12. Hang up your coat when you go inside. \_\_\_** **13. What is your favorite book? \_\_\_** **14. Run as fast as you can. \_\_\_** **15. Take your muddy shoes off. \_\_\_** **16. Did you remember to close the gate? \_\_\_** **17. I need to go to the mall and buy a new shirt. \_\_\_** **18. Move the chair next to the table. \_\_\_** **19. Do you have a favorite painter? \_\_\_** **20. We are going out for ice cream after dinner. \_\_\_** **Q2. Read the following sentences. Check the box marked "simple" if it is a simple sentence. Check the box marked "compound" if it is a compound sentence. Check the box marked "complex" if it is a complex sentence.** 1. **We have to go to bed when the clock chimes ten o'clock. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 2. **Jennifer liked William's friend, and she also liked his cousin. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 3. **The big brown dog ran after the blue and red ball. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 4. **James and Eve rode their bicycles after they ate lunch. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 5. **The teacher and the principal met in the hall near the library. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 6. **Many brave soldiers fought in the war, and they received medals. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 7. **The drummers played a long time, but the piano players stopped early. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 8. **Before the queen rode in the parade, she gave a speech. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 9. **After midnight the ghosts will come out of the haunted attic. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex** 10. **She dropped the pan and the plate, but she held on to the spoon. ❑ Simple ❑ Compound ❑ Complex**