Imperative

ESL Worksheet: Imperatives

Introduction to Imperatives

Imperatives are used to give orders, instructions, or advice. They are very simple because they

usually start with the base form of a verb. For example: 'Sit down.' 'Don't run.'

Examples of Imperatives

Examples of positive imperatives:

- Open the door.

- Read the book.

Examples of negative imperatives:

- Don't touch that!

- Don't be late.

How to Form Imperatives

To form an imperative:

- Use the base form of the verb (without 'to').

- For negative imperatives, use 'Don't' + the base form of the verb.

Examples:

- Base form: 'Eat your vegetables.'

- Negative form: 'Don't eat too fast.'

Practice Exercise

Complete the sentences using the correct imperative form:

1. _______ (open) the window.

2. _______ (not/run) in the hallways.

3. _______ (be) careful with the glass.

4. _______ (not/touch) the painting.

5. _______ (listen) to your teacher.

Answers to Exercise

Answers:

1. Open the window.

2. Don't run in the hallways.

3. Be careful with the glass.

4. Don't touch the painting.

5. Listen to your teacher.