What is the structure of an Interrogative sentence?

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Interrogative sentences in English begin with an auxiliary verb, a modal verb, or a "wh-" question word, followed by the subject and the main verb. The sentence ends with a question mark. This structure can be altered in few different ways, which are:

·       modal + subject + verb (Ex: Can I drive?

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Students are advised to follow these tips and tricks to master the subject of interrogative sentences in English grammar:

·       Begin the sentence with an auxiliary verb, a modal verb, or a 'Wh' question word

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Following is the list of books students can consider to understand the topic of Interrogative Sentences in English Grammar, in detail:

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English Interrogative Sentences: Common Interrogative Patterns

Manik Joshi

English Grammar- Do, Does, Did

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Building Great Sentences

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Wh- interrogatives: These use question words like who, what, where, when, why, how, which, whose, whom to ask for specific information. They are followed by a verb in the correct tense. For example: Where are you going for your next holiday?  

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