SENTENCE TYPES/SIMPLE SUBJECT & PREDICATE

SENTENCE TYPES

DECLARATIVE SENTENCE States an idea and ends with a period Example In many countries, wildcats are common. The leopard has a beautiful pattern of brown spots edged in black.

INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE Asks a question and ends with a question mark Example Whose cat is this? In what country do tigers live?

IMPERATIVE SENTENCE Gives an order or a direction and ends with either a period or an exclamation mark. Most start with a verb Example Follow the directions carefully. Watch out for lions while on safari!

EXCLAMATORY SENTENCE Conveys strong emotion and ends with an exclamation mark. Example She’s not telling the truth! This is an outrage!

DETERMINE EACH SENTENCE TYPE The lynx is a wildcat that measures up to three feet. What color is the lynx? It has a brownish-gray coat with a black, bobbed tail. It is so adorable! Look for the lynx in dense forests. What is the purpose of camouflage? Have you ever wondered why the lynx is endangered? What a sad thing that is! Read this article if you want to learn more.

SUBJECT/PREDICATE

SUBJECT Tells whom or what the sentence is about Main word or word group that tells what the sentence is about Example A triumphant Gloria Estefan sang. Subject= Gloria Estefan

PREDICATE Main word or word group that tells something about the subject Simple Predicate Just the main verb Example I borrowed your book. Complete Predicate The main verb and all the words that describe the verb and its meaning

IDENTIFY THE SUBJECT & PREDICATE DRAW A LINE BETWEEN THE SUBJECT AND PREDICATE IN EACH SENTENCE. I went to the store She and I were late for the party. Grammar is a giant waste of time Clinton High School students are the smartest! This class lasts forever!