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Understanding Sentence Types and Media Literacy

The document outlines four types of sentences: declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory, each defined by their function and punctuation. It also introduces the Key Concepts of Media Literacy, emphasizing the importance of understanding media content and techniques. Additionally, it defines 'text' as any form of communication that conveys meaning, including various media formats.

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Understanding Sentence Types and Media Literacy

The document outlines four types of sentences: declarative, interrogative, imperative, and exclamatory, each defined by their function and punctuation. It also introduces the Key Concepts of Media Literacy, emphasizing the importance of understanding media content and techniques. Additionally, it defines 'text' as any form of communication that conveys meaning, including various media formats.

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Sentence Types by Function Examples:

 “What a beautiful day!”


1. Declarative Sentences  “I can’t believe we won!”
Definition: A sentence that makes a
statement or expresses an opinion.
SUMMMARY
Punctuation: Ends with a period (.)
Examples:  Declarative – states a fact (.)

 “The sun sets in the west.”  Interrogative – asks a question (?)


 “English is an international language.”  Imperative – gives command/request (./!)

2. Interrogative Sentences  Exclamatory – shows strong feeling (!)

Definition: A sentence that asks a question.


Punctuation: Ends with a question mark Evaluating Messages and/or Images of
(?) Different Types of Texts Reflecting
Different Cultures
Examples:
 “Where are you going?”
 “Did you study for the test?” BRAINSTORMING
Generate questions and ideas about the
message conveyed by the advertisement.
3. Imperative Sentences
Definition: A sentence that gives KEY CONCEPTS OF MEDIA LITERACY
a command, request, or instruction. The Key Concepts of Media Literacy
Punctuation: Ends with a period (.) or framework serves as a basis for developing a
an exclamation mark (!) critical understanding of the content of mass
media, the techniques used and the impact
Examples: of these techniques

 “Close the door.” Also, the Key Concepts of Media Literacy


 “Please lend me your book.” can be very helpful in the construction of
media texts for different purposes.

4. Exclamatory Sentences The term “text” includes any form of written,


spoken or media work conveying meaning to
Definition: A sentence that an audience. Text may use words, graphics,
expresses strong emotion or feeling. sounds and images in presenting
Punctuation: Ends with an exclamation information. It may also be in oral, print,
mark (!) visual or electronic forms.

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