To solve the problem, we need to determine the correct punctuation mark (period `.`, exclamation mark `!`, or question mark `?`) for each sentence based on its structure and meaning. Let's analyze each sentence step by step:
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1. Did you say the meeting is now
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Type of Sentence: Question
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Explanation: This sentence asks a question about whether the meeting is happening now.
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Correct Punctuation: `?`
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2. It was my favorite movie
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Type of Sentence: Statement
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Explanation: This sentence makes a declarative statement about the movie being the speaker's favorite.
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Correct Punctuation: `.`
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3. God bless you
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Type of Sentence: Exclamation
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Explanation: This sentence expresses a wish or blessing, which is an exclamation.
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Correct Punctuation: `!`
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4. Kate was playing with his brother
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Type of Sentence: Statement
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Explanation: This sentence describes an action (Kate playing with her brother), which is a declarative statement.
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Correct Punctuation: `.`
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5. Is your birthday in January
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Type of Sentence: Question
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Explanation: This sentence asks whether the person's birthday is in January.
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Correct Punctuation: `?`
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6. She is writing an essay
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Type of Sentence: Statement
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Explanation: This sentence describes an ongoing action (writing an essay), which is a declarative statement.
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Correct Punctuation: `.`
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7. What a movie
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Type of Sentence: Exclamation
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Explanation: This sentence expresses strong emotion or admiration about the movie, making it an exclamation.
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Correct Punctuation: `!`
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8. It was a chance to see the principal
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Type of Sentence: Statement
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Explanation: This sentence describes a situation (a chance to see the principal), which is a declarative statement.
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Correct Punctuation: `.`
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9. It is great
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Type of Sentence: Statement
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Explanation: This sentence makes a declarative statement about something being great.
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Correct Punctuation: `.`
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10. How old was Kate last year
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Type of Sentence: Question
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Explanation: This sentence asks about Kate's age from the previous year.
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Correct Punctuation: `?`
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Final Answers:
1. `?`
2. `.`
3. `!`
4. `.`
5. `?`
6. `.`
7. `!`
8. `.`
9. `.`
10. `?`
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Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{?, ., !, ., ?, ., !, ., ., ?}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of punctuation worksheet for 2nd grade.
