Imperatives
Read and listen to four conversations using the grammar.
Conversation 1 | Free PDF Worksheet
Woman: Can you help me cook dinner?
Man: Sure. How can I help?
Woman: Please make a fruit salad. Use the fruit on the table.
Man: OK. The bananas, strawberries, and kiwis?
Woman: Yes, that’s right. Please cut them up and put them in a bowl. Wash them and then add yogurt on top. We will have it for dessert.
Man: SOK, I can do that. What else?
Woman: Then, set the table. Make places for five people. My friend will join us.
Man: Oh, great! Anything else?
Woman: Yes, after that, please text the kids. Tell them to be home by six.
Man: Got it. I’m on it.
Conversation 2 | Free PDF Worksheet
Man: Where is the library?
Woman: It’s not far from here. It’s in the park.
Man: How do you get there?
Woman: It’s easy. Go down this road. At the second light, turn left.
Man: OK, so I walk down this road two blocks, and then turn left.
Woman: Yes, that’s right. You will see the park. The library is in the park.
Man: Thanks for your help.
Woman: Don’t mention it.
Conversation 3 | Free PDF Worksheet
Man: Mrs. Jones, I missed class. What is the homework?
Woman: Tonight, please write a 100 word essay about your hobby.
Man: Can I write about football?
Woman: Yes, of course. But, please write in pen, not pencil.
Man: Can I use a computer and print it?
Woman: No, do not use a computer. Write it by hand.
Man: Can I write it in my notebook?
Woman: No, use a piece of paper.
Man: Is that all?
Woman: No, also please read chapter 10 in your book.
Man: Is that it?
Woman: Yes, that’s it.
Conversation 4 | Free PDF Worksheet
Man: Lately, I feel sleepy and tired. I have low energy. Do you have any tips?
Woman: Yes, eat lots of vegetables. Also, don’t eat carbs like bread, rice, and pasta.
Man: OK, what about meat?
Woman: Some meat is fine, but don’t eat fast food, like fried chicken.
Man: What about drinks?
Woman: Drink tea or water. Don’t drink beverages with sugar.
Man: What about exercise?
Woman: Exercise every day, but don’t exercise too much.
Man: I can do that. Any other advise?
Woman: Yes, get lots of sleep. Sleep 8 hours a day.
Man: Oh, that’s easy. I love sleep.
Imperatives
- Sit down.
- Please open the window.
- Take care of yourself.
- Don't eat that. It is old.
- Do not touch that.
- Do not forget about the test.
- Don't be late.
- Don't listen to him.
- Come here, please.
- Please mail this today.
- Please open your books to page 10.
- Please don't forget.
- Please join us at the park for a picnic.
- Take bus 12 to the park.
- At the park, look for the picnic tables.
- Please bring some water with you.
Gap Fill: Complete the conversation with the correct word!
