Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
A declarative sentence is a type of sentence that makes a statement or expresses an opinion. It provides information or conveys facts without posing questions or giving commands.
A compound sentence consists of two independent clauses joined together by coordinating conjunctions (e.g., "and," "but," "or"). It allows for more complex ideas to be expressed in writing.