Read: Imperatives
OVERVIEW
On this page, you will learn about imperatives.
- First, read the text about imperatives.
- Then, study the charts to learn how to use imperatives.
READ
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What are imperatives?
Imperatives are used to directly tell someone to do something.
Imperatives are also called commands.
Imperatives DO NOT use subject pronouns such as I, you, he, she, we, they.
Example:
| Verb (base form) | + Object |
|---|---|
| Use | pictures in your presentation. |
| Make | an outline to organize your presentation |
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Negative Imperatives
To tell someone not to do something, add "don't" to the beginning of the sentence.
| Don't (do+not) | + Verb (base form) | + Object |
|---|---|---|
| Don't | forget | to have good eye contact. |
| Don't | write all the details | on your slide. |
| Don't | forget | to practice. |
| Don't | arrive | late to your presentation. |
Read:
Study the chart below to see how imperatives are used.
| Use for | Example |
|---|---|
| Instructions or Directions | Log into Canvas to find the homework. |
| Orders | Add a picture to this slide. |
| Advice or Suggestions | Ask your teacher if you do not know how to do an outline. |
| Offering Something | Use my computer if you need to. |
| NOTE | |
| Imperatives can be very strong. You can use "please" to make them sound more polite. | Take out your computers, please. |