Summary
What types of sentence is this? You’ll find out in this BrainPOP movie, where Tim and Moby will introduce you to the four sentence types in the English language! You’ll learn which type of sentences makes a statement, which asks a question, which expresses a command, and which conveys strong emotion. Plus, you’ll find out what type of punctuation ends each sentence type and how changing the punctuation mark can alter the tone of the sentence. Improve your reading and writing as you learn how types of sentence vary depending on what the writer is trying to express. Choose your sentences with care!
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Discussion questions
A few questions to talk through after watching Types of Sentences:
- What is one new thing you learned about types of sentences?
- Can you explain it to a partner in your own words?
- Where might you see this in the real world?
- What is one question you still have?
Quick work-a-long
Try it:
- Write one sentence explaining types of sentences.
- Draw or give one example of your own.