Kinds of Sentences – Class 4
Every sentence has some meaning. Based on the meaning they convey we can say that there are mainly four types of sentences:
- Declarative sentences (also known as Assertive sentences)
- Interrogative sentences
- Imperative sentences
- Exclamatory sentences
Declarative (Assertive) sentences:
A Declarative sentence merely says or states something. We put a full-stop (.) at the end of a declarative sentence.
Example:
1. Rohan is playing football.
2. Sanjana is my friend.
3. Virat Kohli is the captain of Indian Cricket Team.
Interrogative sentences:
A interrogative sentence asks a question. We put a question mark (?) at the end of an interrogative sentence.
Example:
1. Who is the Prime Minister of India?
2. Which is your favourite movie?
3. Where is my book?
Imperative sentences:
An Imperative sentence expresses a command, order, request or advice. We put a full-stop (.) at the end of a imperative sentence.
Example:
1. You must not talk on mobile while you are driving. – command
2. Please accept my application for leave. – request
3. You should always rise early in the morning. – advice
Exclamatory sentences:
An Exclamatory sentence expresses some strong feelings or emotions. We put a mark of exclamation (!) at the end of a exclamatory sentence.
Example:
1. You are such a great singer!
2. What a beautiful house you have!
3. How beautiful is the flower!