Section 1
Declarative and Imperative Sentences
Definition
A declarative sentence makes a statement and ends with a period. An imperative sentence gives a command or makes a request. Most imperative sentences end with a period. A strong command ends with an exclamation point.
Explanation
A declarative sentence simply declares a fact or an idea. Think of it as sharing information. An imperative sentence, on the other hand, gives an order or makes a request. A handy trick to remember is that in imperative sentences, the subject is always you, even when it's not written. We call this the 'understood subject' because it's implied!
Examples
Declarative Sentences
- My dog loves to play fetch. [This sentence makes a statement.]
- Our school is on the next street. [This sentence makes a statement.]