Imperative

The imperative

We can use the imperative to give a direct order.

1.      Take that chewing gum out of your mouth.

2.      Stand up straight.

3.      Give me the details.

We can use the imperative to give instructions.

1.      Open your book.

2.      Take two tablets every evening.

3.      Take a left and then a right.

We can use the imperative to make an invitation.

1.      Come in and sit down. Make yourself at home.

2.      Please start without me. I'll be there shortly.

3.      Have a piece of this cake. It's delicious.

We can use the imperative on signs and notices.

1.      Push.

2.      Do not use.

3.      Insert one dollar.

We can use the imperative to give friendly informal advice.

1.      Speak to him. Tell him how you feel.

2.      Have a quiet word with her about it.

3.      Don't go. Stay at home and rest up. Get some sleep and recover.

Exercise

1. _______________ the door to Mike.                     2. _______________ to bring the CDs.

3. _______________ candies from strangers.            4. _______________ before you go to bed.

5. _______________ the television now.                   6. _______________ before you leave the office.

7. _______________ for language arts class.             7. _______________ on the lawn.

            __________ you oven to 200 degree C. __________ the stones from 750 grams of ripe cherries. __________six eggs with a pinch of salt. __________ 90 grams of sugar and add 100 grams of flour mixed with a few drops of vanilla essence. __________ litre of milk gradually. __________ the mixture into a greased flan dish and then __________ the cherries on top. __________ for 45 minutes and __________ warm.