Imperative Clauses

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What is an imperative clause?

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An imperative clause is a type of sentence that gives a direct command, order, instruction, or request.

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What is the main goal of an imperative clause?

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The main goal of an imperative clause is to tell someone to do something.

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What is the most important rule about the structure of an imperative clause?

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An imperative clause almost always begins with a verb.

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Give an example of an imperative clause that starts with a verb.

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"Go to the store."

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What is usually not stated in an imperative clause?

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The subject of the sentence (the person doing the action) is usually not stated because it is always 'you.'

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How can you express a negative command in an imperative clause?

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You can express a negative command by putting 'Do not' or 'Don't' before the verb.

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Give an example of a negative command using 'Do not.'

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"Do not touch that."

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Can an imperative clause be a single word?

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Give an example of a single-word imperative clause.

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"Stop!"

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How can you make a command a polite request?

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You can add the word 'please' at the beginning or the end.