Grammar Unit 1 Lesson 1

Kinds of sentences page 32

What is a sentence?

• A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete thought.

• There are four kinds:

Kinds of sentences

• 1. Declarative: makes a statement. Ends with a period.

• 2. Interrogative: asks a question. Ends with a question mark.

• 3. Imperative: Gives a command or makes a request. Ends with a period.

• 4. Exclamatory: Expresses strong feeling. Ends with exclamation mark.

Try it out

• Look at page 33 #1-10. Try them in your notes.

• Let’s go through them together when you are finished.

• If you finish ahead of time, you may:• Read ahead, try extra problems, smile willingly

Now try numbers 11-20 in your notes.

• If you don’t finish them in class, they are due before our next Grammar period. You are responsible for completing them beforehand.

Writing good sentences

• It’s important to vary sentence structures. If we don’t, writing can get a bit boring.

• Also, pay attention to run-on sentences. If you think your sentence is too long, or if it gets confusing, just add a period and start a new sentence. You want your writing to be as clear and correct as possible.