Sentence Structure Flashcards
<p>Direct Speech Example</p>
<p>"Can we play soccer?" Maria asked John.</p>
<p>Adverbial Phrases Example</p>
<p>An example would be, I ran <strong>up the hill</strong></p>
<p>Dependent Clause Example</p>
<p><strong>While he slept</strong>, the dog went to the back of the house</p>
<p>Independent Clause Example</p>
<p>While he slept, <strong>the dog went to the back of the house.</strong></p>
<p>Preposition Example</p>
<p>I ran <strong>up</strong> the hill</p>
<p>Simple Sentence Example</p>
<p>I love horse riding.</p>
<p>Complex Sentences Example</p>
<p>While he slept, the dog went to the back of the house. </p>
What is a Declarative Sentence
A sentence that makes a statement
What is an interrogative sentence?
A sentence that asks a question and ends in a question mark
what is an exclamative sentence
a statement that expresses strong emotion
What is an imperative sentence?
a sentence that expresses a direct command, request, invitations, warning, or instruction
Example of interrogative sentence is…
What is a sentence function?
Example of a declarative sentence is…
A sentence function is the purpose of a sentence.
Example of an exclamative sentence is…
How wonderful!
What is an example of an imperative sentence?
Read on to find out more…
What are 4 things declarative sentences are used for?
Make a statement.
Give an opinion.
Provide an explanation.
Give facts.
What are 4 things interagative sentences are used for?
Yes/No interrogatives.
[Have you seen the latest episode of The Crown?]
Alternative interrogatives.
[Do you prefer tea or coffee?]
WH interrogatives.
[Where is the bathroom?]
Negative interrogatives.
[You don’t eat meat, do you?]
What are 5 things imperative sentences are use for?
Giving instructions. [Set the oven to 180 degrees.]
Offering advice. [Try the other door.]
Making a wish on behalf of someone else. [Have a nice day.]
Extending an invitation. [Please, take a seat.]
Giving a command. [Sit down!]
What are exclamative sentences used for?
express strong feelings and opinions [What a nice surprise!]
ALAN PEAT SENTENCES
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