Questions
- A question is a type of sentence that seeks answers. It is also called an asking sentence.
- A question always ends in a question mark(?).
- A question can begin with the WH question words (What, Who, When, Where, Why and How.)
- A question can also be formed, by changing the order of the sentence, such as by placing the verb at the beginning of the sentence.
Questions starting with WH question words
- Why did Joe get hurt?
- Who is Joe?
- Where is Joe?
- What is Joe doing?
- When is Joe coming?
- How is Joe doing?
Questions which can be formed by changing the order of sentence
- He is cleaning the dishes.
- Is he cleaning the dishes?
- Anna is taking a nap.
- Is Anna taking a nap?
Rhetorical Questions
- It is a question that someone asks without expecting an answer.
- It could be because there is no answer, or it could be because there is no obviousanswer.
- Their uses are many.
1. Sometimes these questions are asked to focus on a point. The answer to such a question is really obvious. So, we use it to stress the point.
- Why does it have to rain now?
2. Sometimes it is used to persuade.
- What do you want in life?
3. Sometimes it is used for literary effect.
- What a night?
Rhetorical Questions – Creating effect
The reason is, when we use rhetorical question, it can make the listener/reader think really hard.
- What’s in a name?
- Can spring be far behind? If winter comes.
Different Types of Sentences
Statement
The statement is used to convey/express a fact, idea or opinion about something. It always ends with a full stop/period.
Command
A command is a sentence that is used to express an instruction, order or request. It can end with a full stop, a question mark or exclamation mark depending on the context.
Exclamation
An exclamation is a sentence that express emotions (surprise, joy, sadness, anger, etc.) So, it is used to express how strongly one feels about something.
- Take care of the baby. (Instruction. It is telling us to do something. In this sentence, it is to look)
- What an adorable baby! (Exclamatory. It expresses emotions)
- Is the baby hungry? (Interrogatory. It seeks answers)
- The baby is hungry. (Statement. It can give facts, opinions or ideas. Here it gives a fact.)
Rhetorical and Normal Questions
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