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Imperative Sentences

The document discusses imperative sentences in English grammar. Imperative sentences give commands, requests, or advice and do not have an explicit subject. The verb is in the base form and imperative sentences can have direct objects. Negative imperatives add "not" before the verb. Imperative sentences are commonly used in everyday speech like commands, requests, advice, and directions. They are also used in writing for instructions, warnings, and advice. Exercises are provided to identify imperative sentences and write new ones.

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Imperative Sentences

The document discusses imperative sentences in English grammar. Imperative sentences give commands, requests, or advice and do not have an explicit subject. The verb is in the base form and imperative sentences can have direct objects. Negative imperatives add "not" before the verb. Imperative sentences are commonly used in everyday speech like commands, requests, advice, and directions. They are also used in writing for instructions, warnings, and advice. Exercises are provided to identify imperative sentences and write new ones.

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Imperative Sentences

I. Introduction

In English grammar, an imperative sentence is a sentence that gives a command, makes a


request, or offers advice. Imperative sentences are typically used in everyday speech and
writing, and they can be used in a variety of contexts.

II. Subjects

Imperative sentences do not have a subject. The subject of an imperative sentence is implied
to be the person or people being addressed. For example, the sentence "Open the door" is an
imperative sentence because it is a command that is being given to someone. The subject of
the sentence is implied to be the person being addressed, who is the one who is supposed to
open the door.

III. Verbs

The verb in an imperative sentence is in the base form. For example, the sentence "Close the
window" is an imperative sentence because the verb "close" is in the base form.

IV. Direct Objects

Imperative sentences can have direct objects. A direct object is a noun or pronoun that
receives the action of the verb. For example, the sentence "Pass me the salt" is an imperative
sentence because it is a command that is being given to someone. The verb "pass" is in the
base form, and the direct object is "the salt."

V. Negative Imperatives

Negative imperative sentences are used to give a negative command or make a negative
request. To form a negative imperative sentence, add the word "not" before the verb. For
example, the sentence "Don't touch that" is a negative imperative sentence because it is a
command that is being given to someone to not touch something.

VI. Imperative Sentences in Everyday Speech

Imperative sentences are used in everyday speech in a variety of ways. They can be used to
give commands, make requests, offer advice, or give directions.

Here are some examples of imperative sentences in everyday speech:


a. Commands:
- "Close the door."
- "Turn off the light."
- "Sit down."

b. Requests:
- "Pass me the salt, please."
- "Can you help me with this?"
- "Would you like to dance?"

c. Advice:
- "Be careful."
- "Don't worry."
- "Just do it."

d. Directions:
- "Turn left at the next light."
- "Go straight for two blocks."
- "Take the stairs to the second floor."

VII.Imperative Sentences in Writing

Imperative sentences are also used in writing in a variety of ways. They can be used to give
instructions, write warnings, or give advice.

Here are some examples of imperative sentences in writing:

a. Instructions:
o "To assemble this product, follow these instructions."
o "Turn on the computer and log in."
o "To make a sandwich, you will need bread, cheese, and meat."
b. Warnings:
o "Do not touch the hot stove."
o "Be careful when crossing the street."
o "Do not swim in the ocean alone."
c. Advice:
o "Always be polite to others."
o "Study hard in school."
o "Follow your dreams."
VIII. Conclusion

Imperative sentences are a versatile tool that can be used in a variety of ways in English
grammar. By understanding how to form and use imperative sentences, you can improve
your communication skills in both speech and writing.

Exercises

1. Identify the imperative sentences in the following sentences.

 Open the door.


 Please pass me the salt.
 Don't touch that.
 Be careful.
 Turn off the light.
 Sit down.
 Would you like to dance?
 Just do it.
 Turn left at the next light.
 Go straight for two blocks.
 Take the stairs to the second floor.

2. Write a negative imperative sentence for each of the following commands.

 Open the door.


 Close the window.
 Turn on the light.
 Turn off the TV.
 Sit down.
 Stand up.
 Walk over there.
 Run away.
3. Write a sentence using an imperative to give a warning.

4. Write a sentence using an imperative to give advice.

5. Write a sentence using an imperative to give directions.

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