1. An assertive sentence is a sentence that states a fact. Such sentences are simple
statements. They state, assert, or declare something.
Examples:
Jan is a student. She lives in a big city.
Examples:
Jan is a student. She lives in a big city.
2. Imperative sentence is a sentence which gives a command, makes a request, or
express a wish.
Examples:
Go to your room. (an order)
Please lend me your book. (a request)
Have a good time at the picnic. (a wish)
Examples:
Go to your room. (an order)
Please lend me your book. (a request)
Have a good time at the picnic. (a wish)
3. Exclamatory sentence is a sentence that expresses sudden and strong feelings,
such as surprise, wonder, pity, sympathy, happiness, or gratitude.
Example:
What a shame!
Boy, am I tired!
Example:
What a shame!
Boy, am I tired!
4. Interrogative sentence: A sentence that asks a question is called an interrogative
sentence.
Examples:
What is your name?
Where do you live?
Examples:
What is your name?
Where do you live?
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