Sentences
A
group of words that makes a complete sense or expresses a complete idea, is
called a sentence. For Example:
(a)
John came to me for help.
(b)
May you live long!
(c)
Go there immediately.
(d)
Who will receive the guests at the station?
Characteristic Features
of a Sentence
(a)
A sentence begins with capital letter.
(b)
A sentence ends with a full stop/ question mark/ exclamation mark.
Kinds
of sentences
There
are five kinds of sentences.
1.
Assertive or Declarative Sentence
The
sentences that make simple statements or assertions are called Assertive or
Declarative sentences. For example:
(a) They attend classes regularly.
(b) I go to Jaipur with my friends.
2.
Interrogative Sentence
The sentences that ask questions are called interrogative
sentences. For example:
(a)
What do you think about this problem?
(b) Did you see my book?
3.
Imperative Sentence
The
sentences that express commands, advice, requests, warnings etc. are called imperative
sentences. For example:
(a) Close the door. (Order)
(b) Please submit my form. (Request)
(c) Consult the doctor. (Advice)
(d) Don’t travel alone. (Warning)
4.
Exclamatory Sentence
The sentences that express sudden strong feelings
or emotions (surprise, joy, sorrow, appreciation, love excitement, frustration,
anger etc.) are called exclamatory sentences. For example:
(a) Oh, could I be there!
(b) How nicely he plays!
(c) Alas, he is no more !
(d) Hurrah! You won the race!
5. Optative Sentence
The
sentences that express wishes, are called Optative sentences. For example:
(a)
May he live long.
(b)
May he not suffer.