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IMPERATIVE FORM

The imperative form expresses a command or request. The subject you (singular or plural) is understood but not expressed.

Come back later. (You) come back later.                                Wait outside.

The negative of the imperative form uses don’t.

Don’t come back later.                                                  Don’t wait outside.

Please, used at the beginning or end of an imperative sentence, makes it more polite.

Please come back later.                                                 Wait outside, please.

Exercises

A. Give the imperative form of the following sentences.

1. (Write) your name here. (Write your name here.)
2. (Take) off your shoes.
3. (Speak) clearly.
4. (Listen) to the instructions.
5. (Do) your homework.
6. (Turn) off the lights.
7. (Be) quiet.
8. (Remember) your password.
9. (Forget) about the past.
10. (Enjoy) your meal.

B. Give the negative imperative form of the sentences in Exercise A.

1. (Write) your name here. (Don’t write your name here.)

C. Make the sentences in Exercise A more polite by adding please at the beginning or end.

1. (Write) your name here. (Please write your name here. | Write your name here, please.)