TYPES OF SENTENCES

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BASIC PUNCTUATION RULES

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Types of sentences (function)

Declarative Sentences: A declarative sentence makes a statement or expresses an opinion or provides

information. It is the most common type of sentence
 Example:
She enjoys playing the piano. I like to do yoga. She is my girlfriend.

Interrogative Sentences: To ask questions and seek information.

 Example:
Did you finish your homework? Are you single? Is she your
girlfriend?
Types of sentences (function)

Imperative Sentences: To give commands, make requests, or offer advice.

Often begins with the base form of a verb and may or may not include the subject.
 Example:
Close the door. Please pass me the salt. Take a break.
Andy, close the door.

Exclamatory Sentences: To express strong emotions, surprise, excitement, or emphasis.

Ends with an exclamation mark.
 Example:
What a beautiful sunset! Ouch! Shut Up!
Types of sentences (structure)

Simple Sentences: They consist of one independent clause. An independent clause has complete autonomy
and full meaning by itself.
Example:

She runs every morning. They work together.

Damn it!

Compound Sentences: They contain two or more independent clauses joined by a coordinating conjunction
(and, but, or, nor, for, yet, so) and a comma.
Example:
She runs every morning, and she enjoys it. My cat is fat, and it likes to sleep a lot.
 Types of sentences (structure)

Complex Sentences: They contain one independent clause and at least one dependent (subordinate) clause.
Example:
He studied for hours but he did not do well.
She runs very fast and effortlessly.

Compound-Complex Sentences: They contain elements of both compound and complex sentences, involving two
or more independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.
Example:
She runs every morning, and when it's sunny, she goes to the park.
Basic punctuation: PERIOD

1. Use a period at the end of a declarative sentence.

Example:
She completed her assignment on time. I think I need a second opinion.

2. Use a period at the end of an imperative sentence.

Example
Close the door. Do your homework.
Come here.
Basic punctuation: COMMA

1. A LIST
Use a comma to separate items in a list. This helps to clarify the individual elements of the list.
Example:

She packed her suitcase with clothes, toiletries, and a good book.

I need 2 apples, 3 bananas, a pineapple, and 2 watermelons.

Basic punctuation: COMMA

2. Coordinating Conjunctions in a Compound Sentence:

Use a comma before a coordinating conjunction (and, but, or, nor, for, yet, so) when joining two
independent clauses to form a compound sentence.
Example:

He wanted to go to the beach, but she preferred the mountains.

I drive a nice car, yet I prefer to walk.

Basic punctuation: COMMA

3. Introductory Elements or Phrases:

Use a comma to stablish/set introductory words, phrases, or clauses at the beginning of a sentence.
Example:

First, I take a shower... In the morning, we go for a walk.

In February, all Ecuadorians celebrate Carnival.