IMPERATIVES

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What is an imperative sentence?

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An imperative sentence gives a command or makes a request. For example, 'Please close the door.'

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What is the purpose of an imperative?

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The purpose of an imperative is to tell someone to do something.

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Give an example of an imperative sentence.

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'Turn off the lights.'

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What is the subject of an imperative sentence?

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The subject is usually 'you' and is often not stated. For example, in 'Sit down,' the subject is 'you'.

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How do you make a polite request using an imperative?

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You can make a polite request by adding 'please' before the command. For example, 'Please pass the salt.'

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What is the difference between a command and a request?

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A command is a strong order, while a request is a softer way of asking for something.

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Can imperative sentences end with a question mark?

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Yes, if the imperative is phrased as a polite request, it can end with a question mark. For example, 'Could you help me?'

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What is a negative imperative?

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A negative imperative tells someone not to do something. For example, 'Do not touch that!'

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How can you turn a statement into an imperative?

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You can turn a statement into an imperative by changing it to give a command. For example, 'You should clean your room.' becomes 'Clean your room!'

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What is an example of a negative imperative?

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'Don't run in the hallway!'