Identify the Sentence Type

Understanding Sentence Types

Declarative Sentence: A declarative sentence makes a statement or expresses an idea. It usually ends with a period.

Interrogative Sentence: An interrogative sentence asks a question. It usually ends with a question mark.

Imperative Sentence: An imperative sentence gives a command or makes a request. It usually ends with a period.

Exclamatory Sentence: An exclamatory sentence expresses strong emotion or surprise. It usually ends with an exclamation mark.

Identify the Sentence Type

Is this your pen?

Identify the following sentence as declarative, interrogative, imperative, or exclamatory. Is this your pen?

The answer is A.) interrogative.