1. SENTENCE TYPES/SIMPLE SUBJECT & PREDICATE

2. SENTENCE TYPES

3. DECLARATIVE SENTENCE States an idea and ends with a period Example
In many countries, wildcats are common. The leopard has a beautiful pattern of brown spots edged in black.

4. INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE
Asks a question and ends with a question mark
Example
Whose cat is this?
In what country do tigers live?

5. IMPERATIVE SENTENCE
Gives an order or a direction and ends with either a period or an exclamation mark.
Most start with a verb
Example
Follow the directions carefully.
Watch out for lions while on safari!

6. EXCLAMATORY SENTENCE
Conveys strong emotion and ends with an exclamation mark.
Example
She’s not telling the truth!
This is an outrage!

7. DETERMINE EACH SENTENCE TYPE
The lynx is a wildcat that measures up to three feet.
What color is the lynx?
It has a brownish-gray coat with a black, bobbed tail.
It is so adorable!
Look for the lynx in dense forests.
What is the purpose of camouflage?
Have you ever wondered why the lynx is endangered?
What a sad thing that is!
Read this article if you want to learn more.

8. SUBJECT/PREDICATE

9. SUBJECT Tells whom or what the sentence is about
Main word or word group that tells what the sentence is about
Example
A triumphant Gloria Estefan sang.
Subject= Gloria Estefan

10. PREDICATE
Main word or word group that tells something about the subject
Simple Predicate
Just the main verb
Example
I borrowed your book.
Complete Predicate
The main verb and all the words that describe the verb and its meaning

11. IDENTIFY THE SUBJECT & PREDICATE
DRAW A LINE BETWEEN THE SUBJECT AND PREDICATE IN EACH SENTENCE.
I went to the store
She and I were late for the party.
Grammar is a giant waste of time
Clinton High School students are the smartest!
This class lasts forever!