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Imperative and Instructions

First: Underline the verbs, then: rewrite the following sentences


using the imperative.

1. Can you get the paper and put it in the bin please?
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2. Can you feed the dog and take it outside please?

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3. You need to listen to me and come here.

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4. Can you correct these sentences and write them on this paper?

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5. You need to go straight ahead and turn left at the end of the
street.

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6. Can you hurry up and help me with my shopping bags?


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7. You should listen to your teacher and write down the words.

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Read the text below. Find all the imperatives and underline them.

 Julia and her friend Michael are on their way to


school. Suddenly, a boy runs over to them. He starts
pulling on Julia's backpack. Michael shouts: "Hey! Leave
her alone! What are you doing?" The boy does not
answer. He pulls and pulls until Julia's backpack falls
off. Julia yells: "Hey! Give it back to me! ”The boy runs
away. Julia continues: "Come back!” The boy runs
quickly around the corner. Michael says: "Julia, don't
worry! I know that boy. I will get the backpack back for
you." They arrive at school. Julia: "Okay, thanks. Call me
later! ”Michael: "I will. Bye!"
 

Write the imperatives from the story:

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 Writing Instructions
 Use short sentences and short paragraphs.
 Arrange your points in logical order.
 Make your statements specific.
 Use the imperative mood.
 Put the most important item in each sentence at the beginning.
 Use sequencing words

Write instruction for this photo.

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