1. Declarative Sentences
* Function: Make a statement or assertion.
* Examples:
* The sun is shining.
* I love to read.
* The cat sat on the mat.
* My favorite color is blue.
* The Earth is a planet.
2. Interrogative Sentences
* Function: Ask a question.
* Examples:
* What is your name?
* Are you coming to the party?
* How old are you?
* Did you finish your homework?
* Can you help me with this?
3. Imperative Sentences
* Function: Give a command, make a request, or express a suggestion.
* Examples:
* Close the door.
* Please pass the salt.
* Let's go for a walk.
* Don't forget your umbrella.
* Be careful!
4. Exclamatory Sentences
* Function: Express strong emotion, surprise, excitement, or urgency.
* Examples:
* That was amazing!
* Oh my goodness!
* Help!
* Wow, what a beautiful view!
* I can't believe it!
5. Optative Sentences
* Function: Express a wish or a desire.
* Examples:
* May you have a happy birthday.
* I wish I could fly.
* Long live the Queen!
* Would that I were rich!
* God bless you.
Key Points to Remember:
* Punctuation: Declarative sentences typically end with a period (.), interrogative sentences end with a question mark (?), imperative sentences often end with a period or exclamation mark, and exclamatory sentences always end with an exclamation mark (!).
* Subject and Verb: Most sentences have a subject (who or what is performing the action) and a verb (the action).
Let me know if you'd like more examples or want to explore any of these sentence types in more depth!