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Kinds of Sentences - 6^th Grade Grammar

Introduction

Have you ever wondered how the sentences we use every day are like different players on a soccer team, each with its own role and personality? Just like in a game, where every player is important, every sentence type has a unique job that makes our language interesting and fun! Welcome to our journey through the kinds of sentences – where we'll discover how to make our words come alive, score goals in communication, and even win over our audience with the perfect sentence.

This guide is especially for you, 6th graders, as you navigate the exciting world of grammar. Whether you're writing a story, explaining how to play your favorite video game, or even persuading your parents to let you stay up a little later, understanding different types of sentences will make you a better communicator. And teachers, this is a great resource to help your students express themselves clearly and creatively. So, let's dive in and explore the fascinating world of sentences together!

Remember!

There are four different types of sentences. Each begins with a capital letter and ends with an end mark.

A declarative sentence makes a statement. It ends with a period.	We watched the snow fall. We watched the meteor shower. Scott rode a horse last week.
An interrogative sentence asks a question. It ends with a question mark.	How much will we get? How long will it last? Did you see him on the trail?
An imperative sentence tells or asks someone to do something. It ends with a period.	Listen to the forecast. Look in the northern sky. Take a picture of the group.
An exclamatory sentence shows strong feeling. It ends with an exclamation mark.	Snow days are my favorite!  That was the brightest one yet! We had a great time riding!

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Kinds of Sentences Group sort (Interactive Activity)

Kinds of Sentences Quiz

Decide whether the sentence is declarative, imperative, interrogative, or exclamatory.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the article highlights the four types of sentences: declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory, each with distinct characteristics and punctuation marks. This serves as a reminder to use proper sentence structure in writing.