What are the structure of these sentences?
What are the structure of these sentences?
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Here are some basic rules and structure that students need to follow while using different types of sentences, to avoid errors.
Type of Sentences
Structure
Example
Declarative sentence
subject + verb, and usually ends with a period.
· The CAT is sleeping.
· Please be quiet.
Interrogative Sentences
Auxiliary Verb/Modal Verb/Main Verb + Subject + Main Verb (if applicable) + the rest of the sentence?
· Are you going to the store?
· Can you come with me?
Imperative Sentences
Verb+Subject .?
· Open the door.
· Don't touch the ball!
Exclamatory Sentences
Subject + Verb + Exclamation Point
· Oh, that's amazing!
· What a beautiful day!
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Students can refer to the following books for their clarity and comprehensiveness when it comes to types of sentences in English.
Book | Author |
The Oxford Guide to English Grammar | Peter T. Evans |
English Sentence Builder | Ed Swick |
The Elements of Style | William Strunk Jr. and E.B. White |
Students should follow these tips and tricks to master the usage of different types of sentences in English grammar, in different contexts and scenarios:
· A: Understand the sentence structure and placement of subject, verb and object
· Use the right punctuation marks in each sentence type
· Follow the sentence and word structure depending upon different contexts and use cases, in each category
· Read lots of books and journals to understand the usage of Interrogative sentences in English speec
Students should follow below mentioned tips:
· Students need to focus and have clarity on the meaning of imperative sentences to be able to use them efficiently. They should know the core functions of these sentences, which are, giving commands, instructions, or requests.
· Practice a lot by making such sentences. Students should keep in mind to use basic form of verb and indirect subject, to structure these sentences.
· Students should know when and how to use punctuation in these sentences. While full stop is commonly used, exc
Here are some books that students can consider for studying imperative sentences in detail:
Books | Author |
English Imperative Sentences: Most Common Imperative Verbs | Manik Joshi |
Imperatives | Mark Jary and Mikhail Kissine |
English Daily Use Book 3 | Manik Joshi |
Let's take a deeper look into these two with their examples, to understand the difference better.
Imperative sentences | Indicative Sentences |
These sentences express commands, requests, or instructions | These sentences state facts, opinions, or asks questions. |
Often lack a subject and use the base form of the verb. | Include a subject and verb. |
The tone ranges from polite requests to firm commands. | These can be declarative, interrogative, or exclamatory. |
Examples: · Close the door. · Please stand here. · Go away! · Stop talking.
| Examples: · The rabbit is sitting on the table. · I believe she is saying the truth. · The sky is blue today. · Is it raining? |
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