Verb moods

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What is a verb mood?

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A verb mood is a form of a verb that conveys the speaker's attitude toward the action or state of being expressed by the verb.

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What are the three main verb moods in English?

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The three main verb moods in English are indicative, imperative, and subjunctive.

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Define the indicative mood.

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The indicative mood is used to make factual statements or ask questions. It expresses reality.

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Provide an example of a sentence in the indicative mood.

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"She is reading a book."

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Define the imperative mood.

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The imperative mood is used to give commands, make requests, or offer invitations.

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Provide an example of a sentence in the imperative mood.

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"Please close the door."

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Define the subjunctive mood.

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The subjunctive mood is used to express wishes, hypotheticals, or conditions contrary to fact.

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Provide an example of a sentence in the subjunctive mood.

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"If I were a bird, I would fly."

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How do you identify the indicative mood in a sentence?

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Look for statements of fact or questions that describe reality.

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How do you identify the imperative mood in a sentence?

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Look for commands or requests directed at someone.