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What is the primary purpose of an imperative sentence?
What is the primary purpose of an imperative sentence?
What is typically absent in an imperative sentence?
What is typically absent in an imperative sentence?
What is the effect of adding a tag question to an imperative sentence?
What is the effect of adding a tag question to an imperative sentence?
What type of imperative sentence is 'Do not touch the hot stove'?
What type of imperative sentence is 'Do not touch the hot stove'?
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What is the implied subject in an imperative sentence?
What is the implied subject in an imperative sentence?
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What is the function of a tag question in an imperative sentence?
What is the function of a tag question in an imperative sentence?
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Which type of sentence asks a question and collects information?
Which type of sentence asks a question and collects information?
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What is the purpose of adding 'please' to the beginning of an imperative sentence?
What is the purpose of adding 'please' to the beginning of an imperative sentence?
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What type of sentence is 'Get back here now!'?
What type of sentence is 'Get back here now!'?
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What is the implied subject of an imperative sentence?
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Study Notes
Imperative Sentences
- An imperative sentence is a sentence that commands, demands, advises, directs, or instructs an audience.
- It tells people what to do.
- Imperative sentences can be positive or negative.
- A positive imperative sentence commands something to be done, while a negative imperative sentence commands an order not to be done.
Characteristics of Imperative Sentences
- The subject of an imperative sentence is often absent.
- The sentence starts with the verb.
- The subject in imperative sentences is implied, and it is commonly understood that the subject is "you".
Examples of Imperative Sentences
- "Give me back my money." (commanding imperative sentence)
- "Drink some orange juice." (affirmative or positive imperative sentence)
- "Do not smoke around these children." (negative imperative sentence)
- "Please take your shoes off before coming in." (imperative request sentence)
- "Kindly turn in your assignments by the end of the week." (imperative request sentence)
Tag Questions in Imperative Sentences
- A tag question is a small yes/no question added to the end of an imperative sentence.
- It is used to tone down the command or request.
- Example: "Buy me an ice cream, will you?"
Imperative Sentences with Exclamations
- An imperative sentence can also be exclamative.
- It is emotionally charged and ends with an exclamation mark.
- Example: "Get back here now!"
Variations of Imperative Sentences
- Imperative sentences can be constructed to include the speaker.
- Example: "Let's take a break."
- Imperative sentences can be made negative by adding the auxiliary verb "do" plus "not" to the verb.
- Example: "Do not park your car over there."
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Learn about imperative sentences, their definition, and characteristics. Discover how to construct and identify command sentences in English language.