Sentence Classification And End Punctuation

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Sentence Classification And End Punctuation - Quiz

Look at each sentence and decide what kind of sentence it is and which punctuation mark belongs at the end.

Questions and Answers

1.

Are you feeling better today
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
B. Question

Explanation
The given statement "Are you feeling better today?" is an example of a question because it is asking for information or seeking a response. It is not a statement, command, or exclamation.

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2.

Lucy made lasagna for dinner
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
A. Statement

Explanation
The given sentence "Lucy made lasagna for dinner" is a statement because it is a factual statement that provides information about an action that Lucy performed. It does not ask a question, give a command, or express strong emotions.

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3.

Ouch
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
D. Exclamation

Explanation
The given correct answer is "Exclamation" because "Ouch" is an expression of sudden pain or surprise, which falls under the category of an exclamation. Exclamations are used to convey strong emotions or reactions and are often punctuated with an exclamation mark.

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4.

Put your dirty clothes in the hamper
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
C. Command

Explanation
The given statement "Put your dirty clothes in the hamper" is an instruction or a command. It is telling someone what to do, specifically to put their dirty clothes in the hamper.

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5.

Can you come to the party
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
B. Question

Explanation
The given statement "Can you come to the party" is a question because it is asking for the person's ability or willingness to attend the party. It is seeking a response or confirmation from the person being asked.

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6.

Don't forget to pick me up
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
C. Command

Explanation
The given phrase "Don't forget to pick me up" is an imperative sentence, which is a type of command. It is a direct instruction or request for someone to do something, in this case, to pick the speaker up. The use of the word "don't" indicates a negative command, emphasizing the importance of not forgetting to perform the action. Therefore, the correct answer is "Command."

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She's looking forward to the concert on Saturday
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
A. Statement

Explanation
The given sentence "She's looking forward to the concert on Saturday" is a statement because it is a declarative sentence that provides information about someone's anticipation for an event.

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Hurray for your team
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
D. Exclamation

Explanation
The given answer is "Exclamation" because the statement "Hurray for your team" expresses strong emotion and excitement. It is an exclamation because it shows enthusiasm and is not a statement, question, or command.

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9.

That puppy is really cute
- A.
  
  Statement
- B.
  
  Question
- C.
  
  Command
- D.
  
  Exclamation
Correct Answer
A. Statement

Explanation
This sentence could be a simple statement, BUT it could also be expressing a lot of emotion. Therefore, if your chose exclamation, you would also be correct.

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Sentence Classification And End Punctuation

Are you feeling better today

Lucy made lasagna for dinner

Ouch

Put your dirty clothes in the hamper

Can you come to the party

Don't forget to pick me up

She's looking forward to the concert on Saturday

Hurray for your team

That puppy is really cute