Imperatives

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Write a sentence using an imperative verb.

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Can you think of any other verbs?

What Is an Imperative Verb?

Imperative verbs are sometimes known as bossy verbs.

They are verbs which tell you what to do.

They are often seen at the beginning of a sentence and create a

command.

Let’s look at some examples…

Imperative Verbs

Go and buy our crisps.

Eat your lunch. Tidy the cloakroom.

Write today’s date. Walk home after school.

In each of these commands, the imperative verb tells the person what

action they need to take.

Let’s see if you can spot some imperative verbs…

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Write one imperative you see...

Where Do We See Imperative Verbs?

Imperative verbs can often be seen in:

Persuasive Adverts

Sets of instructions

Recipes

Conversation

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Which Imperative Verb?

You could have said:

Get up and walk away.

Stand up and walk away.

Tidy up and walk away.

Did you have any other imperative verbs?

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Complete one imperative sentence...