Understanding Types of Sentences: Interrogative Sentences

Learn About Interrogative Sentences

Interrogative sentences are sentences that ask a question. They typically begin with a question word like who, what, when, where, why, or how. For example, "Where are you going?" or "What time is it?" These types of sentences are used to gather information, seek clarification, or engage in conversation.

It's important to distinguish interrogative sentences from other types of sentences, such as declarative, exclamatory, and imperative sentences. Declarative sentences make statements, exclamatory sentences express strong emotions or excitement, and imperative sentences give commands or requests.

Identifying an Interrogative Sentence

Now, let's practice identifying an interrogative sentence with an example:

"Eugenie walked into the kitchen with a big smile on her face. Her parents, brother, and sister were already at the table. 'Good morning to the world!' she said. 'Tim, hand me the orange juice. What does everyone have planned for today?'"

Question:

What type of sentence is "What does everyone have planned for today?"

A. Declarative

B. Exclamatory

C. Imperative

D. Interrogative

Answer:

The answer is D. Interrogative.

The reason this is the answer is because: it cannot be A. Declarative, since declarative is when you are stating something. For example: "She walked to the car."

It cannot be B. Exclamatory, because as the name implies, it means to exclaim something such as: "The house is on fire!"

And lastly it cannot be C. Imperative, because that is to command, or give an order. "Shut the door."

It is D. Because interrogative means to ask a question, such as: "What does everyone have planned for today?"

Hope this helped.