Imperative mood — English definition
Gives a command or request (e.g., 'Close the door.').
Where it is taught
- Verb Moods — Language, Style & Conventions, English 8: Trust, Community & Responsibility, Grade 8
In use
' The imperative mood gives a command or request, with an understood 'you' as the subject — 'Close the door.
Verb Moods
Questions using imperative mood
Problem 1
Which sentence is written in the imperative mood?
- Turn in your homework by Friday.
- I turned in my homework on Friday.
- Did you turn in your homework?
- If I turned in my homework, I would feel relieved.
Answer and explanation
Turn in your homework by Friday.
'Turn in your homework by Friday' gives a direct command, which is the imperative mood.