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What are the types of sentence according to purpose?

Sentences can be classified into four main types according to their purpose:

1. Declarative Sentences:

* These sentences make a statement or assertion.

* They are the most common type of sentence.

* They end with a period (.).

* Example: The sun rises in the east.

2. Interrogative Sentences:

* These sentences ask a question.

* They always end with a question mark (?).

* Example: Did you finish your homework?

3. Imperative Sentences:

* These sentences give a command or make a request.

* They often have an implied subject (you).

* They can end with a period (.) or an exclamation mark (!).

* Example: Please close the door. (request)

* Example: Stop! (command)

4. Exclamatory Sentences:

* These sentences express strong emotion or surprise.

* They always end with an exclamation mark (!).

* Example: What a beautiful day!

Bonus: There is also a fifth type of sentence, which is less common, but still worth mentioning:

5. Exclamatory Interrogative Sentences:

* These sentences combine the elements of interrogative and exclamatory sentences. They express strong emotion or surprise in the form of a question.

* They end with a question mark (?).

* Example: Are you kidding me?!

Understanding these different sentence types can help you write more effectively and create a greater variety in your writing.

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