Sentence Types & Punctuation — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. Sit down now please .
Commands that are spoken calmly end with a period, like 'Sit down.'
2. Watch out for that hole !
A shouted or urgent command ends with an exclamation mark to show strong feeling.
3. Close the big wooden door .
This is a gentle command, so it ends with a period.
4. Run to me right now !
An urgent command that shows strong feeling ends with an exclamation mark.
5. Please help me carry this .
A polite command spoken calmly ends with a period.
6. Stop that tiny bug fast !
A strong, urgent command ends with an exclamation mark.
7. Open your favorite book .
A calm command ends with a period, like the teacher saying 'Open your book.'
8. Look out below the steps !
A warning command with strong feeling uses an exclamation mark.
9. Wash your hands with soap .
A regular, calm command ends with a period.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
I see a cat.
→ Statement
Statement
Where are you?
→ Question
Question
I won the race!
→ Exclamation
Exclamation
Clean your room.
→ Command
Command
Statements tell, questions ask, exclamations show strong feeling, and commands give an order.