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Types of sentence

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Types of Sentence Definition of a Sentence A sentence is a group of words that gives a complete thought, sense, or meaning. A sentence at least has a subject and a predicate. A sentence can be a statement, a question, an exclamation, or a command. A group of words without a subject and a predicate can’t be a sentence. Except for the two main parts, a group of words does not give a complete sense. Let me give you an example. ‘Standing by the gate’ is a group of words, but it does not give a complete sense. ‘I appreciated him.’ It is also a group of words and it gives a complete sense, so it is a sentence.   Types of Sentences Grammarians have categorized sentences into two main categories. The two main categories are based on their functions and their structures. When we talk about types of sentences, there are four types of sentences based on their functions and four types based on their structures. Generally, we say that there are four types of sentences. Types of Se...

What are exclamatory sentences

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What are exclamatory Sentences Exclamatory Sentences An exclamatory sentence is one of the four types of sentences. An exclamatory sentence conveys strong feelings, emotion, surprise, excitement, happiness, or anger. It is also called an exclamation or exclamative sentence. An exclamatory sentence ends with an exclamation mark. What romantic weather there was! That’s a piece of bad news for me! How dare Ali said in the meeting! How careless of him to forget my book! Oh no! We missed the bus! Uses of Exclamations Exclamatory sentences are generally used in speaking. They need to be avoided in formal writing and academic writing. Overusing exclamations is a sign of amateurish writing. They can be used in direct quotes and dialogues. Formation of Exclamatory Sentences To form an exclamatory sentence, we consider or use some elements.   1. Special Words Used in Exclamations Exclamatory sentences can be formed by using some words that enhance or strengthen the expressi...

Question in Grammar

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Question in Grammar What is a question in grammar? A question is a type of sentence that is used to find out about something or expressed in a form that requires an answer. In simple words, when we interrogate something, we use a question. It ends with a sign of interrogation or a question mark. Question and interrogative sentences are two terms used for the same purpose. It is one of the types of sentences. Examples of Questions Is your father a doctor? Where should I meet her? Did she marry an old man? When do you have the meeting? What is she doing right now? Have you seen my new house? Do you visit Study English Page ? Are they coming to meet us now? Will you be at the park tomorrow? Do you visit your uncle on weekend? Do you like rice with chicken or soup? Will you work on your project seriously? What will you eat rice or chicken piece? Were you present in your class yesterday? Was he studying when you reached there? Will you be doing something when I come? Had you comple...