Types of Sentences Worksheet - Free Printable

Let's solve this worksheet step by step. The task is to identify the type of sentence for each of the 10 sentences and then add the correct end punctuation.

We are given four types:
- C – Command
- S – Statement
- E – Exclamation
- Q – Question

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1. *Janessa received a new bicycle from her Aunt Edith*

- This is a statement — it tells us something that happened.
- Punctuation: Period (.)
- ✔ Answer: S — Janessa received a new bicycle from her Aunt Edith.

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2. *Why is there a large, black spot on the living room carpet*

- This is asking a question.
- Punctuation: Question mark (?)
- ✔ Answer: Q — Why is there a large, black spot on the living room carpet?

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3. *Watch out for that tree branch that is falling*

- This is a command — it’s telling someone to be careful.
- Punctuation: Period (.) or exclamation point (!) — but since it's not overly emotional, a period is acceptable. However, in many cases, warnings like this use an exclamation.
- But note: The instruction says "insert proper end punctuation." Since it's a warning, exclamation is more appropriate.
- ✔ Answer: E — Watch out for that tree branch that is falling!

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4. *Come in and sit down while we prepare the meal*

- This is a command — giving instructions.
- Punctuation: Period (.) or exclamation. Again, polite command → period is fine.
- ✔ Answer: C — Come in and sit down while we prepare the meal.

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5. *Is there a reason why the dog is sitting on the TV*

- This is a question.
- Punctuation: Question mark (?)
- ✔ Answer: Q — Is there a reason why the dog is sitting on the TV?

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6. *Please put the cooked noodles into the Tupperware bin*

- This is a command, even though it starts with “please” — it's still giving a directive.
- Punctuation: Period (.)
- ✔ Answer: C — Please put the cooked noodles into the Tupperware bin.

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7. *Stop running in the house with your muddy boots*

- This is a command — telling someone to stop doing something.
- Punctuation: Period (.) or exclamation. Since it’s a firm instruction, exclamation may be used, but again, standard usage often uses a period unless strong emotion is implied.
- However, in classroom settings, commands are usually marked as C regardless of tone.
- ✔ Answer: C — Stop running in the house with your muddy boots.

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8. *I have never been so frightened in my entire life*

- This expresses strong emotion — fear.
- It's a statement, but with strong feeling — could be considered an exclamation.
- But the sentence structure is declarative, not exclamatory in form.
- However, due to the emotional intensity, it's often punctuated with an exclamation mark.
- So: Exclamation (E) — because of the emotion and likely intended emphasis.
- ✔ Answer: E — I have never been so frightened in my entire life!

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9. *Can you pass me the cobalt blue oil paint please*

- This is a question — asking for something.
- Punctuation: Question mark (?)
- Note: “please” at the end doesn’t change it from being a question.
- ✔ Answer: Q — Can you pass me the cobalt blue oil paint please?

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10. *Write the shopping list on a piece of paper for me*

- This is a command — direct instruction.
- Punctuation: Period (.)
- ✔ Answer: C — Write the shopping list on a piece of paper for me.

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Final Answers:

| # | Sentence | Type | Corrected Sentence |
|---|--------|------|---------------------|
| 1 | Janessa received a new bicycle from her Aunt Edith | S | Janessa received a new bicycle from her Aunt Edith. |
| 2 | Why is there a large, black spot on the living room carpet | Q | Why is there a large, black spot on the living room carpet? |
| 3 | Watch out for that tree branch that is falling | E | Watch out for that tree branch that is falling! |
| 4 | Come in and sit down while we prepare the meal | C | Come in and sit down while we prepare the meal. |
| 5 | Is there a reason why the dog is sitting on the TV | Q | Is there a reason why the dog is sitting on the TV? |
| 6 | Please put the cooked noodles into the Tupperware bin | C | Please put the cooked noodles into the Tupperware bin. |
| 7 | Stop running in the house with your muddy boots | C | Stop running in the house with your muddy boots. |
| 8 | I have never been so frightened in my entire life | E | I have never been so frightened in my entire life! |
| 9 | Can you pass me the cobalt blue oil paint please | Q | Can you pass me the cobalt blue oil paint please? |
| 10 | Write the shopping list on a piece of paper for me | C | Write the shopping list on a piece of paper for me. |

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Summary of Answers:

1. S
2. Q
3. E
4. C
5. Q
6. C
7. C
8. E
9. Q
10. C

✔ These answers follow grammar rules and match the sentence types correctly.