Sentence Framing

Sentence Framing

There are a few essential elements that make up a sentence. Sentence structure or sentence framing, in this case, is defined as the order in which these parts of speech are used to form a grammatically correct sentence. 

When it comes to basic sentence form, you simply need to be aware of three things: 

• subject

• predicate (verb or verb phrase)

• direct/indirect object 

The simple sentence, compound sentence, complex sentence, and compound-complex sentence are the four major types of sentence constructions in conventional grammar.

E.g.  The dog is happy. 

The subject of this sentence is ‘the dog,’ and the verb is ‘is.’ 

This is an illustration of a phrase: 

The happy dog 

We have no idea what the happy dog is doing because there is no verb. As a result, it isn’t a sentence.

Types of Sentences-

• Simple Sentences- In a simple sentence, there is only a subject and a verb

Example- The cat is sleeping. 

• Compound Sentences- Two or more independent clauses make up a compound sentence. Conjunctions, punctuation, or both are used to connect these clauses

Example- The dog is happy, but the cat is sad. 

• Complex Sentence- One independent clause and one or more dependent clauses or relative clauses make up a complex statement

Example- The dog, that is chewing on the bone, appears to be happy. 

• There are numerous clauses in a complex-compound sentence (or compound-complex sentence), at least one of which is a relative clause

Example-The dog, who is chewing on the bone, appears to be happy, while the cat is sad. 

Sentences Serve a Variety of Purposes: 

1. Declarative Sentence-The most common sort of sentence is a declarative statement, sometimes known as a declaration. It conveys a message. It comes to a complete stop at the conclusion. Example- The dog appears to be happy.

2. Interrogative Sentence-An interrogative sentence, often known as a question, is a sentence that asks a question. It is supposed to end with a question mark? Example-Are you happy?

3. An exclamatory statement, often known as an exclamation, expresses something out of the ordinary. It comes to a halt with an exclamation mark. Example- That dog looks like he’s having the time of his life! 

4. An imperative statement, often known as a command, instructs someone to perform a specific action. Example-Toss a bone to the dog.

Exercise 1. Read the Sentences below and Identify if they’re declarative, Interrogative, Imperative or Exclamatory.

1. Are you fine now?

2. The elephant is a huge animal.

3. May God bless you!

4. Keep quiet.

5. Why were you absent for the last two days?

6. Ram, Open the door.

7. The earth moves in a circular motion.

8. What pleasant weather!

9. Do you have an extra pencil?

1. Interrogative 

2. Declarative 

3. Exclamatory 

4. Imperative 

5. Interrogative 

6. Imperative 

7. Declarative 

8. Exclamatory 

9. Interrogative 

Exercise2. Do as Directed

1.  Convert the mentioned sentence into a question: There is a window. 

2. Convert the mentioned sentence into an exclamatory sentence: This is a nice bird

3.   Convert the mentioned sentence into a question: There are tools. 

4.  Convert the mentioned sentence into an exclamatory sentence: Rose is a beautiful flower.

5.  Convert the mentioned sentence into a question: There is change. 

1. Is there a window?

2. Wow! This is a nice bird

3. Are there tools?

4. What a beautiful flower the rose is!

Is there a change?

Conclusion:

Sentences are the most fundamental part of the English language. Declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory sentences are four different types of sentences in English that allow us to clearly explain ourselves. In your writing, using a variety of sentences will add interest and help you communicate your thoughts clearly. Read the above descriptions of each sort of sentence, along with examples, to make your point.