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Imperative Exercises

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Imperative Form : ( Base form (verb 1) )

In English we use imperatives to :

  • give very strong advice 
  • give instructions
  • give orders

The positive imperative is the same as the infinitive. The negative imperative is don't + infinitive.   

Notes for use of imperatives :

In English an imperative sentence does not require a subject; the pronoun "you" is implied. 

Imperative Example Sentences : 

Positive Examples of Imperatives :

  • Stop smoking. 
  • Do more exercise. 
  • Eat more vegetables.  
  • Do your homework!  

Negative Examples of Imperatives :

  • Don't eat a lot of salt. 
  • Don't drink too much alcohol. 
  • Don't be a couch potato. 
  • Don't show your partner your questions.
Imperative example sentences
Let me show you how to do it!让我告诉你怎么做!
Okay, that's fine, enjoy your breakfast then.好吧,那就好,好好享受你的早餐吧。
Enjoy! Don't wake me up when you get home!玩的开心!当你回家之后不要吵醒我!
Yes okay, let's go inside so I can show you the house.好的,让我们进去我带您参观下房子。
I have discovered this recently, listen to the lyrics.这是我最近发现的,看着歌词听。
Oh god! Look at the queues at the counters.哦,天哪!看看柜台那里的长队。
Let me ask.让我问一下。
Don't be a f*cking liar!少他妈的撒谎!
Come on! Let me introduce you to them.来吧!我介绍你给她们认识。
It was very nice to see you, say hi to Flora.见到你很高兴,代我向佛洛拉问好。
The toilet is being fixed on this floor, please use the upstairs.这层的坐便器在修理,请用楼上的。
What!? Please don't say you made them catch an actual wasp.什么!?请不要说你给他们抓了一个真的黄蜂。
That's a good idea, let me get him then.好主意,那我去把它抱回来。
Hi Diego, please don't unleash Bear for now.你好,迪亚哥,请暂时不要放开大熊。
Yeah, let's give it a go and see what happens.好的,让我们试一下,看看会发生什么。
Alright, let me check that for you.好的,让我查一下。
Don't forget the beer deal.不要忘记改天请我喝啤酒。
https://www.google.com/search?q=How+did+Pinocchio+realize+he+wasnt+a+real+boy点击这里来查看链接!
Sleep well and sweet dreams.晚安,好梦。
Yeah, I can give you a kiss, come here.是的,我可以给你个吻,过来。

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