Instructions
This worksheet will help you master the four main types of sentences: Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, and Exclamatory. Read the definitions and follow the numbered steps for each section.
- Read the definitions below carefully.
- Complete the matching exercise.
- Identify the sentence type and end punctuation for the provided examples.
- Complete the challenge sections by writing your own sentences.
The Four Sentence Types Review
| Type | Purpose | End Punctuation |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Declarative | Makes a statement or states a fact. | Period (.) |
| 2. Interrogative | Asks a question. | Question Mark (?) |
| 3. Imperative | Gives a command, request, or instruction. | Period (.) or Exclamation Point (!) |
| 4. Exclamatory | Expresses strong feeling or surprise. | Exclamation Point (!) |
Section 1: Definition Match-Up
Draw a line connecting the sentence type to its correct definition and purpose.
- Declarative A. Asks a question
- Imperative B. Makes a statement
- Exclamatory C. Gives a command or request
- Interrogative D. Shows strong emotion or surprise
Section 2: Identify the Type
Read each sentence. In the second column, identify the sentence type (D, IN, IM, E). In the third column, write the correct end punctuation mark.
| Sentence | Type (D, IN, IM, E) | End Punctuation | Example: I love ice cream. | D | . |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Watch out for that wet paint | |||||
| 2. Do you know the capital of Texas | |||||
| 3. What a beautiful sunset that is | \ | ||||
| 4. My dog sleeps on the couch | \ | ||||
| 5. Please hand me the large blue textbook | \ | ||||
| 6. We won the championship game | \ | ||||
| 7. When does the movie start | \ | ||||
| 8. That test was so difficult | \ |
Section 3: Sentence Transformation Challenge
Transform the following declarative sentence into the other three types. Keep the meaning related to the original idea.
Original Declarative Sentence: The library closes at five o'clock.
| Type | Transformed Sentence | End Punctuation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interrogative | |||
| Imperative | |||
| Exclamatory | \ |
Section 4: Practical Writing Application
Imagine you are writing a script for a short scene where you are talking to a classmate about a project.
Fill in the table using the four sentence types to create a realistic conversation. You must write one sentence for each type about the project.
| Type | Dialogue/Sentence | Purpose in the Conversation | | :--- | :--- | :--- |\ | Example: Declarative | I finished my part of the presentation today. | Giving information |\ | Interrogative | | Asking for help or input |\ | Imperative | | Giving an instruction or suggestion |\ | Exclamatory | | Expressing excitement or frustration |\ | Declarative | | Stating a new fact |\
Challenge Extension (Optional)
Write a four-sentence paragraph describing your favorite hobby. Ensure your paragraph includes exactly one of each sentence type (Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, Exclamatory) in any order. Underline the end punctuation for clarity.
(Write your paragraph here, using proper spacing for handwriting):
Answer Key
Section 1: Definition Match-Up
- Declarative $\rightarrow$ B. Makes a statement
- Imperative $\rightarrow$ C. Gives a command or request
- Exclamatory $\rightarrow$ D. Shows strong emotion or surprise
- Interrogative $\rightarrow$ A. Asks a question
Section 2: Identify the Type
| Sentence | Type (D, IN, IM, E) | End Punctuation | | :--- | :--- | :--- |\ | 1. Watch out for that wet paint | IM (Imperative) | ! |\ | 2. Do you know the capital of Texas | IN (Interrogative) | ? |\ | 3. What a beautiful sunset that is | E (Exclamatory) | ! |\ | 4. My dog sleeps on the couch | D (Declarative) | . |\ | 5. Please hand me the large blue textbook | IM (Imperative) | . (or !) |\ | 6. We won the championship game | E (Exclamatory) | ! |\ | 7. When does the movie start | IN (Interrogative) | ? |\ | 8. That test was so difficult | E (Exclamatory) | ! |\
Section 3: Sentence Transformation Challenge (Sample Answers)
| Type | Transformed Sentence | End Punctuation | | :--- | :--- | :--- |\ | Interrogative | Does the library close at five o'clock? | ? |\ | Imperative | Close the library promptly at five o'clock. | . |\ | Exclamatory | The library closes at five o'clock already! | ! |