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What are the communicative types of sentences?

Here's a breakdown of the communicative types of sentences, along with examples:

1. Declarative Sentences

* Purpose: To make a statement, provide information, or express an opinion.

* Structure: Typically subject-verb-object (SVO) order.

* Examples:

* The sun is shining.

* I love to read.

* The movie was excellent.

* My favorite color is blue.

2. Interrogative Sentences

* Purpose: To ask a question.

* Structure: Typically begin with a question word (who, what, where, when, why, how) or an auxiliary verb (do, does, did, etc.).

* Examples:

* What is your name?

* Did you finish your homework?

* How old are you?

* Where are you going?

3. Imperative Sentences

* Purpose: To give a command, make a request, or express a suggestion.

* Structure: Typically begin with a verb (often implied, like "you").

* Examples:

* Close the door.

* Please pass the salt.

* Let's go for a walk.

* Don't forget to call your mom.

4. Exclamatory Sentences

* Purpose: To express strong emotion or surprise.

* Structure: Often begin with "What" or "How" and end with an exclamation mark (!).

* Examples:

* What a beautiful day!

* How amazing that is!

* I can't believe it!

* You're kidding!

5. Optional Category: Optative Sentences

* Purpose: To express a wish, hope, or prayer.

* Structure: Often use modal verbs like "may" or "might."

* Examples:

* May you have a wonderful day!

* I hope you feel better soon.

* God bless you.

Important Note: These sentence types are not mutually exclusive. A sentence can be both declarative and exclamatory, for example: "It's beautiful!"

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