1. This is a simple sentence A Imperative
B Declarative
C Compound
D Complex
what type of sentence is this ?

B. Declarative

Explanation:

This is a simple sentence is an example of a declarative sentence. Declarative sentences are sentences we use to make statements, provide facts, explain something, or convey information. The given sentence makes a statement about another sentence, telling us what its structure is like.

Imperative sentences are sentences we use to give instructions or advice.

Compound sentences are sentences that consist of at least two independent clauses.

Complex sentences are sentences that consist of one independent and at least one subordinate clause.

1. both men a determined to break douglass.

2. douglass is still considered to be one of captain anthony's possessions.

3. douglass escapes to freedom in the north and changes his name.

4. the events are usually written from a distance in time.

5. the recording of events in chronological order.