Sentence Types: Introduction Language Arts 700
declarative
making a statement; explaining
interrogative
asking a question
Ananias proved to be a true Christian friend.
declarative
As he neared Damascus, he was blinded by a great light.
declarative
At first, Saul did not understand what was happening to him.
declarative
For three days, Saul lay in darkness.
declarative
He heard a strange voice.
declarative
Saul asked the Lord what He wanted Saul to do.
declarative
Saul of Tarsus was a Pharisee.
declarative
Saul remained in Damascus for a time, preaching and teaching about Jesus Christ.
declarative
Saul's sight was restored.
declarative
The Lord appeared to a Christian named Ananias.
declarative
The elders of Damascus were astonished at Saul's conversion.
declarative
He proclaimed Christ as the Son of God!
exclamatory
He was a bitter enemy of all Christians!
exclamatory
"Arise, and go into Straight Street."
imperative
"Arise, and go into the city."
imperative
"Ask for Saul of Tarsus."
imperative
"Go, for I have chosen this man to be my special vessel."
imperative
"Has this man gone mad?"
interrogative
"Is this the same Saul who persecutes the Christians?"
interrogative
"Saul, why do you persecute me?"
interrogative
Choose the correct sentence type. Why was Saul going to Damascus?
interrogative
exclamatory
spoken suddenly in surprise; expressing strong feelings
function
the work or normal action performed; the purpose
imperative
urgent; expressing a command or a request
