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Declarative Sentence
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Passive Voice
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Declarative Sentence
A declarative sentence makes a statement, tells a
fact, gives information, and explains something.
Example: The pencil pouch on the table is mine.
A declarative sentence usually ends with a period,
but sometimes it can end with an exclamation point.
Let’s Try!
• Write five declarative sentences using the objects on this slide.
1. Magnifying glass
2. English book
3. Pencil pouch
4. Highlighter
5. Ballpen
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Connectives
Connectives are words or phrases that establish relationships between
different parts of a sentence or between sentences. They help convey
the logical and cohesive structure of ideas within a presentation.
Example: The team faced challenges during the project; however,
they successfully overcame these obstacles.
In this example, the connective "however" is used to show a contrast
between facing challenges and overcoming them, adding a logical
link between the two statements.
Example of Connectives
• Additive Connectives:
Example: Additionally, moreover, • Causal Connectives:
furthermore Example: Therefore, consequently, as a result
Usage: Adds information or reinforces the Usage: Indicates cause-and-effect
previous point. relationships between ideas.
• Adversative Connectives: • Temporal Connectives:
Example: However, nevertheless, on the Example: Meanwhile, subsequently, afterward
contrary Usage: Specifies the order or timing of events.
Usage: Contrasts ideas or presents an • Comparative Connectives:
opposing viewpoint.
Example: Similarly, likewise, in the same way
Usage: Highlights similarities or draws
comparisons between ideas.
Connect It!
Instructions: Choose the appropriate connective to complete each sentence. Select the option that best fits the context.
1. The weather was chilly, __________, we
decided to go for a hike.
a) therefore b) meanwhile c) despite

2. The experiment yielded unexpected results;
__________, the team was excited about the new
possibilities.
a) consequently b) nevertheless c)likewise

3. We had a tight schedule; __________, we
managed to complete the project on time.
a) moreover b) although c) afterward

4. She loves reading books; __________, her brother
prefers watching movies.
a) on the contrary
b) in the same way
c) additionally
5. We need to conserve energy; __________, we should
explore renewable sources.
a) consequently b) meanwhile c) furthermore

Passive Voice
The passive voice is used to show interest in the
person or object that experiences an action rather
than the person or object that performs the action. In
other words, the most important thing or person
becomes the subject of the sentence
The passive voice is composed of two
elements : The appropriate form of the verb 'to
be' + past participle.
Forming Passive Voice
Example: "A delicious meal was prepared for the
guests by the chef."
In the passive voice, the subject of the sentence (the

delicious meal) receives the action, and the doer of the
action (the chef) is placed at the end or omitted
altogether. This construction is useful when the
emphasis is on the action or the result rather than the
person or thing performing the action.
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Active or Passive?
Identify whether the following sentences are in active voice or passive voice. Write your answer on a paper.
1. The novel was written by a famous
author.
2. Our team completed the project
ahead of schedule.
3. The new office building will be
inaugurated next month.
4. The students were taught about
renewable energy sources.
5. A beautiful painting was created by
the talented artist.
Summary
Declarative Sentence Connectives Passive Voice

• A declarative sentence • Connectives are words • Passive voice shifts
is a type of sentence or phrases that link the focus from the
that makes a statement different parts of a doer of the action to
or expresses an sentence or multiple the action or result,
opinion. It provides sentences, enhancing creating variety in
information, and its the coherence and sentence structure and
primary function is to flow of ideas. emphasizing different
convey facts or ideas. aspects of a statement.
Understanding these concepts enhances both the clarity and expressiveness of written and spoken
communication.
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