3. Types of sentence by function
• Declarative
• A sentence that is a statement it is followed by a
period. In declarative sentence the sentence normally
precede the verb.
• Subject+predicate
4. examples
• My coat is red
Sub--- my coat
Is red –predicate
• I have an appointment at 2pm today
Compound declarative
Separate the sentence by using comma conjunction,
semicolon, transition words.
However- infect
5. Interrogative sentence
• A sentence that is a question it is followed by a
question mark.
For example
Did you know the answer?
6. Four types of interrogative sentences
• Yes no interrogative
Are you ready to go?
• Alternative interrogative
Should I cal or email you?
Do you want coffee or tea?
Wh- interrogative
Where do you live?
What are you doing
• Tag question
You think you are clever, do you
7. Imperative sentence
• A sentence that is a command or request.
It is followed by a period.
The subject is always “you” understood.
1- Pour me a glass of water.
2- take me to the library
3- close the door.
8. Exclamatory sentence
• A sentence that expresses a feeling. It is followed by
an exclamation mark or a period.
For example
1- I can’t figure this out. – frustration
2- I simply adore you. – love
3- Oh, I didn’t see you come in. - surprise