What you will learn in Grade 2
Today's goal: Identify the purpose of a sentence and use the correct punctuation.
Core concept
Statement: I like mangoes.
A statement tells us something or gives information.
Core concept
Question: Do you like mangoes?
A question asks for information and ends with a question mark.
Core concept
Command: Open the book.
A command tells someone to do something or gives an instruction.
Core concept
Exclamation: What a beautiful day!
An exclamation shows strong feeling, surprise or excitement.
Core idea
Identify the purpose of a sentence and use the correct punctuation.
Read the explanation, study the examples and explain the idea in your own words.
Learn with examples
Tell
statement
“statement” demonstrates one way to build a clear sentence.
Ask
question
“question” demonstrates one way to build a clear sentence.
Tell someone to do
command
“command” demonstrates one way to build a clear sentence.
See the skill in action
StatementThe dog is sleeping.
QuestionIs the dog sleeping?
CommandClose the door.
Quick check
What type is 'Please sit down.'?
Practice like a learner
- Label: Where are you going?
- Label: Read the book.
- Add punctuation to a question.
- Write one statement and one question.
- Change a statement into a question.
Self-check: Can you explain the rule, give a new example and tell someone why your answer is correct?
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