PPT: Statements and Questions

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Statements and 
Questions
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Statements and 
Questions
Statements and 
Questions: Types and 
Transformations
A statement is a sentence that conveys a definite meaning. It can be 
true or false. A question is a sentence used to ask something. It 
usually begins with a helping verb or an interrogative word (What, 
Why, How, etc.).
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Statements and 
Questions
Statements and 
Questions: Types and 
Transformations
A statement is a sentence that conveys a definite meaning. It can be 
true or false. A question is a sentence used to ask something. It 
usually begins with a helping verb or an interrogative word (What, 
Why, How, etc.).
Types of Statements
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Declarative 
Statements
Expresses a fact or opinion in 
a straightforward manner. 
These are the most common 
type of statements used in 
everyday communication 
and academic writing. 
E xa mp le s: "The Earth orbits 
the Sun. " or "I believe this 
book is interesting. "
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Positive and 
Negative Statements
Positive statements affirm 
something while negative 
statements deny it. 
The negative form usually 
uses "not" or "never" . 
E xa mp le s: 
Positive: "She is a doctor. " 
"They have finished the 
project. " 
Negative: "She is not a 
doctor. " "They have not 
finished the project. "
3
Universal Truths
Statements that are always 
true, based on scientific 
facts, mathematical 
principles, or logical 
reasoning. 
They remain constant across 
time and cultures. 
E xa mp le s: "Water freezes at 
0°C at standard pressure. " 
"The sum of angles in a 
triangle is 180 degrees. "
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Statements and 
Questions
Statements and 
Questions: Types and 
Transformations
A statement is a sentence that conveys a definite meaning. It can be 
true or false. A question is a sentence used to ask something. It 
usually begins with a helping verb or an interrogative word (What, 
Why, How, etc.).
Types of Statements
1
Declarative 
Statements
Expresses a fact or opinion in 
a straightforward manner. 
These are the most common 
type of statements used in 
everyday communication 
and academic writing. 
E xa mp le s: "The Earth orbits 
the Sun. " or "I believe this 
book is interesting. "
2
Positive and 
Negative Statements
Positive statements affirm 
something while negative 
statements deny it. 
The negative form usually 
uses "not" or "never" . 
E xa mp le s: 
Positive: "She is a doctor. " 
"They have finished the 
project. " 
Negative: "She is not a 
doctor. " "They have not 
finished the project. "
3
Universal Truths
Statements that are always 
true, based on scientific 
facts, mathematical 
principles, or logical 
reasoning. 
They remain constant across 
time and cultures. 
E xa mp le s: "Water freezes at 
0°C at standard pressure. " 
"The sum of angles in a 
triangle is 180 degrees. "
Examples of 
Statement Types
Declarative Statement
Example: "The Earth revolves around the Sun. "
Universal Truth
Example: "Water boils at 100°C. "
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Statements and 
Questions
Statements and 
Questions: Types and 
Transformations
A statement is a sentence that conveys a definite meaning. It can be 
true or false. A question is a sentence used to ask something. It 
usually begins with a helping verb or an interrogative word (What, 
Why, How, etc.).
Types of Statements
1
Declarative 
Statements
Expresses a fact or opinion in 
a straightforward manner. 
These are the most common 
type of statements used in 
everyday communication 
and academic writing. 
E xa mp le s: "The Earth orbits 
the Sun. " or "I believe this 
book is interesting. "
2
Positive and 
Negative Statements
Positive statements affirm 
something while negative 
statements deny it. 
The negative form usually 
uses "not" or "never" . 
E xa mp le s: 
Positive: "She is a doctor. " 
"They have finished the 
project. " 
Negative: "She is not a 
doctor. " "They have not 
finished the project. "
3
Universal Truths
Statements that are always 
true, based on scientific 
facts, mathematical 
principles, or logical 
reasoning. 
They remain constant across 
time and cultures. 
E xa mp le s: "Water freezes at 
0°C at standard pressure. " 
"The sum of angles in a 
triangle is 180 degrees. "
Examples of 
Statement Types
Declarative Statement
Example: "The Earth revolves around the Sun. "
Universal Truth
Example: "Water boils at 100°C. "
Types of Questions
Yes/No Questions
Can be answered with 'Yes' or 'No' .
WH-Questions
Start with 'What, Where, When, Why, 
How, Who, Whose, Which' .
Choice Questions
Offer two or more options.
Tag Questions
A small question at the end of a 
statement.
Rhetorical Questions
Asked for effect, no answer expected.