Affirmative Imperative (Giving a Direct Command or Instruction)

This rule is about telling someone to do something. It is called "affirmative" because it is a positive instruction (telling someone to do an action, not not to do it).

The Formula:
Base Verb + the rest of the sentence.

• How it works:
  When giving a direct command or instruction, we start the sentence directly with the verb. We do not use a subject like "You" at the beginning.
• Instead of saying: "You close the door."
• We say: "Close the door."
• Examples:
• Open your books to page ten.
• Wash your hands before eating.
• Sit down quietly, please.
• Help your mother with the dishes.
• Turn off the lights when you leave.

2. Negative Imperative (Telling Someone Not to Do Something)

This rule is about telling someone not to do something. It is called "negative" because it stops an action.

The Formula:
Don't + Base Verb + the rest of the sentence.

• How it works:
  To make a command negative, you simply add the word "Don't" (which is short for "Do not") right before the verb.
• Instead of saying: "You do not run in the hall."
• We say: "Don't run in the hall."
• Examples:
• Don't touch the hot stove.
• Don't forget your homework tomorrow.
• Don't run near the swimming pool.
• Don't talk during the movie.
• Don't be late for school.