Class 3 English Grammar - ICSE
Sentences
In this chapter, Class 3 ICSE students will learn about sentences, which are groups of words that make complete sense. We explore how every sentence must start with a capital letter and end with a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark. Students will also learn about the two main parts of a sentence: the subject and the predicate. Mastering sentences is very important for the ICSE English grammar exams as it forms the foundation of all reading, writing, and creative expression, helping students score full marks in sentence reordering and punctuation questions.
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What is a Sentence?
A sentence is a group of words that makes complete sense and expresses a full thought.
Capital Letters and Punctuation
Every sentence must always begin with a capital letter and end with a correct punctuation mark like a full stop, question mark, or exclamation mark.
Subject
The subject is the person, place, or thing that the sentence is about or the one doing the action.
Predicate
The predicate tells us what the subject is doing or what is happening to the subject.
Types of Sentences
Sentences can make statements, ask questions, give commands, or express strong feelings.
Important Formulas
Board Exam Info
In ICSE Class 3 English Grammar exams, this chapter typically carries 5 to 10 marks. Common question types include unscrambling jumbled words to make meaningful sentences, adding correct punctuation marks, and splitting sentences into subject and predicate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'The cat' a complete sentence?
No, 'The cat' is not a complete sentence because it does not tell us what the cat is doing. It does not make complete sense on its own.
Do all sentences end with a full stop?
No! Sentences that ask questions end with a question mark (?), and sentences that show strong feelings end with an exclamation mark (!).
How do I find the subject in a sentence?
Ask 'Who or what is this sentence about?' The answer is your subject.
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