To solve this problem, we need to determine the appropriate punctuation mark for each sentence based on its structure and meaning. Let's analyze each sentence step by step:
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1) What time is it …………
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Type of Sentence: This is a question asking for information.
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Punctuation Needed: A
question mark (?).
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Completed Sentence:
What time is it?
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2) Tommy has two sisters …………
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Type of Sentence: This is a declarative sentence stating a fact.
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Punctuation Needed: A
period (.).
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Completed Sentence:
Tommy has two sisters.
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3) Finish your plate …………
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Type of Sentence: This is an imperative sentence giving a command or instruction.
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Punctuation Needed: A
period (.) or an
exclamation mark (!) depending on the tone. Since no specific tone is indicated, we'll use a period.
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Completed Sentence:
Finish your plate.
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4) Wow, they are already done …………
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Type of Sentence: This is an exclamation expressing surprise or excitement.
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Punctuation Needed: An
exclamation mark (!).
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Completed Sentence:
Wow, they are already done!
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5) The cat watches the mouse …………
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Type of Sentence: This is a declarative sentence stating a fact.
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Punctuation Needed: A
period (.).
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Completed Sentence:
The cat watches the mouse.
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6) Is there another person coming …………
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Type of Sentence: This is a question asking for information.
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Punctuation Needed: A
question mark (?).
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Completed Sentence:
Is there another person coming?
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7) Careful, it is hot …………
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Type of Sentence: This is an imperative sentence giving a warning.
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Punctuation Needed: A
period (.) or an
exclamation mark (!) depending on the tone. Since it's a warning, we'll use an exclamation mark.
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Completed Sentence:
Careful, it is hot!
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8) Give me the red pencil …………
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Type of Sentence: This is an imperative sentence giving a command.
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Punctuation Needed: A
period (.).
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Completed Sentence:
Give me the red pencil.
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Final Answer:
1.
What time is it?
2.
Tommy has two sisters.
3.
Finish your plate.
4.
Wow, they are already done!
5.
The cat watches the mouse.
6.
Is there another person coming?
7.
Careful, it is hot!
8.
Give me the red pencil.
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\begin{aligned}
1. & \text{ What time is it?} \\
2. & \text{ Tommy has two sisters.} \\
3. & \text{ Finish your plate.} \\
4. & \text{ Wow, they are already done!} \\
5. & \text{ The cat watches the mouse.} \\
6. & \text{ Is there another person coming?} \\
7. & \text{ Careful, it is hot!} \\
8. & \text{ Give me the red pencil.}
\end{aligned}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of marking punctuation worksheet.
