Directive Decisions

Worksheet Description

This worksheet provides students with a list of sentences that they must evaluate to determine if each one is in the imperative mood. Students are required to read each sentence and then decide if it is a command, request, or prohibition. If the sentence is imperative, they will label it accordingly; if it is not, they will note that as well. This exercise sharpens students’ abilities to identify different sentence moods and understand the nuances of how commands and requests are structured. By engaging in this activity, students improve their grammatical skills and become more adept at distinguishing between various forms of communication.

The worksheet teaches students to differentiate between imperative sentences and other types of sentences. It guides them to recognize when a sentence is giving a command or making a request, which is a key aspect of understanding the imperative mood. Students are encouraged to think critically about sentence structure and the implied subject “you understood” that often accompanies commands. This practice helps students not only in identifying imperative sentences but also in constructing their own commands with clarity. Ultimately, this activity reinforces the importance of tone and intention in effective communication.