Let’s go through each sentence one by one and figure out what type it is.
Remember:
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Declarative = tells something (ends with a period .)
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Interrogative = asks a question (ends with a question mark ?)
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Exclamatory = shows strong feeling or gives a command (ends with an exclamation point !)
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1. *Juana wanted to carry the books.*
→ This is telling us something. Ends with a period.
✔ Declarative
2. *Did you find your hairbrush?*
→ This is asking a question. Ends with a question mark.
✔ Interrogative
3. *Watch out for the car!*
→ This is giving a warning/command. Ends with an exclamation point.
✔ Exclamatory
4. *When are they going to get there?*
→ Asking a question. Ends with a question mark.
✔ Interrogative
5. *Jo asked for a new backpack.*
→ Telling us something. Ends with a period.
✔ Declarative
6. *Get back here right now!*
→ Commanding someone. Strong tone. Ends with exclamation point.
✔ Exclamatory
7. *Can I have some cake?*
→ Asking permission — still a question. Ends with question mark.
✔ Interrogative
8. *Today is Friday.*
→ Just stating a fact. Ends with period.
✔ Declarative
9. *What a beautiful dress!*
→ Showing excitement/admiration. Ends with exclamation point.
✔ Exclamatory
10. *Do you like my shoes?*
→ Asking a question. Ends with question mark.
✔ Interrogative
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Final Answer:
1. declarative
2. interrogative
3. exclamatory
4. interrogative
5. declarative
6. exclamatory
7. interrogative
8. declarative
9. exclamatory
10. interrogative
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of imperative and exclamatory sentences worksheet.
