Let's go through each sentence one by one and determine whether it is
"Asking" or
"Telling" based on the structure and purpose of the sentence.
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1.
"When will you give me my money?"
- This is a question. It starts with "When" and ends with a question mark.
→
Asking
2.
"Give me your pen."
- This is a command or request, not a question. It’s giving an instruction.
→
Telling
3.
"When will be the store open?"
- This sentence has incorrect word order. The correct form would be: "When will the store be open?" But even with the error, it's clearly a question asking for information about time.
→
Asking
4.
"Ship sails in the sea."
- This is a statement describing something that happens. It's informative.
→
Telling
5.
"Do you know how to ride a bicycle?"
- This is a direct question, starting with "Do" and ending with a question mark.
→
Asking
6.
"Have a cup of coffee."
- This is a suggestion or command, telling someone to do something.
→
Telling
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Final Answers:
1. When will you give me my money? →
Asking
2. Give me your pen. →
Telling
3. When will be the store open? →
Asking
4. Ship sails in the sea. →
Telling
5. Do you know how to ride a bicycle? →
Asking
6. Have a cup of coffee. →
Telling
✔ You should circle:
- Asking: Sentences 1, 3, 5
- Telling: Sentences 2, 4, 6
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of first grade telling sentences worksheet.