Let's solve this step by step. The task is to
add the correct end punctuation mark to each sentence. We need to determine whether each sentence is
declarative (making a statement) or
interrogative (asking a question), and then use the appropriate punctuation:
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Declarative sentences end with a
period (.)
-
Interrogative sentences end with a
question mark (?)
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1. *Who is your favorite author ___*
- This is asking a question.
- It starts with "Who" and is seeking information.
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✔ Correct punctuation: ?
>
Answer: Who is your favorite author?
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2. *Do you prefer photographs or drawings in a book ___*
- This is clearly a question, starting with "Do you..."
- It's asking for a preference.
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✔ Correct punctuation: ?
>
Answer: Do you prefer photographs or drawings in a book?
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3. *Our town library has a children’s section ___*
- This is a statement of fact.
- It's not asking a question; it's giving information.
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✔ Correct punctuation: .
>
Answer: Our town library has a children’s section.
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4. *When a pigeon flew into the library, everyone laughed ___*
- This is a complete declarative sentence describing an event.
- It's not a question.
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✔ Correct punctuation: .
>
Answer: When a pigeon flew into the library, everyone laughed.
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5. *Where do I find the maps and dictionaries ___*
- This is asking for directions or location.
- Starts with "Where" and is a direct question.
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✔ Correct punctuation: ?
>
Answer: Where do I find the maps and dictionaries?
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✔ Final Answers:
1. Who is your favorite author?
2. Do you prefer photographs or drawings in a book?
3. Our town library has a children’s section.
4. When a pigeon flew into the library, everyone laughed.
5. Where do I find the maps and dictionaries?
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🔍 Explanation Summary:
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Question words like *who, what, where, when, why, how* often signal interrogative sentences → use
?
- Sentences that make statements or give facts → use
.
- Even if a sentence begins with a question word, if it's not actually asking a question, it may be declarative — but in these cases, all are real questions.
✔ All five sentences have been corrected with proper end punctuation.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of declarative and interrogative sentences worksheet.
