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Interactive Grammar: The Imperative quiz

Learn how to form and use imperative sentences to give instructions, commands, directions, and advice in English.

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Duration
~64 min
Questions
43
Level
Beginner

Overview

The imperative form gives instructions, commands, directions, and advice. It uses the base form of the verb without a subject: Open the window. Don't be late. The negative is formed with do not/don't + base verb. Please can soften commands. It is used in instructions, signs, and requests.

Forming imperatives

  • positiveOpen the window. / Be careful.
  • negativeDon't touch that. / Don't be late.
  • politePlease sit down. / Please wait here.
  • formalDo not use your phone in this area.

Uses of imperatives

  • Instructions: Turn left. Take two tablets daily.
  • Commands: Stop! Sit down!
  • Advice: Try the new restaurant. Get some rest.
  • Warnings: Watch out! Don't run near the pool.

Common Mistakes

  • ❌ Opens the window. → ✅ Open the window.
  • ❌ Don't to talk. → ✅ Don't talk. (no 'to')
  • ❌ Please to sit down. → ✅ Please sit down.

When to use

Instructions

Add the flour and mix well.

Signs & notices

Do not park here.

Medical advice

Take one tablet twice a day.

Sports coaching

Keep your arms straight. Breathe!

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct imperative form

Multiple Choice15 questionsA1 — Beginner~23 min
1Which sentence is an imperative?
2To form a negative imperative, use .
3' your homework before going out.' Complete the sentence.
4Imperatives use the form of the verb.
5The understood subject of an imperative is .
6Which is a polite imperative?
7Which is NOT an imperative?
8' the window — it is cold.' Choose correctly.
9'Do run in the corridor.' Complete correctly.
10Which is a positive imperative?
11Imperatives can be used for .
12'Please here.' Which form is correct?
13Which sign uses an imperative correctly?
14Which is a correct negative imperative?
15' two tablets three times a day.' (instructions)
Progress0 of 15 answered

Fill in the Blanks

Complete each imperative sentence with the correct verb form

Fill in the Blanks10 questionsA1 — Beginner~15 min
1(Open/Opens/Opening)the window — it is hot in here.
2(Don't/Doesn't/Not)forget your umbrella.
3Please(sit/sits/sitting)down and make yourself comfortable.
4(Turn/Turns/Turning)left at the traffic lights.
5(Be/Are/Is)quiet in the library.
6(Don't/Doesn't/Not)be late for the interview.
7Please(call/calls/called)me when you arrive.
8(Take/Takes/Taking)two tablets twice a day.
9(Don't/Not/No)leave your bags unattended.
10Please(wait/waits/waiting)here — I will be back shortly.
Progress0 of 10 answered

Transform the Sentences

Rewrite as an imperative as instructed

Transform8 questionsA1 — Beginner~12 min

1You should close the door. → → Use imperative

2You should not touch the painting. → → Use negative imperative

3Can you help me, please? → → Use polite imperative

4You should turn off your phone. → → Use imperative

5You should not run near the pool. → → Use negative imperative

6You should take a seat. → → Use polite imperative

7You should read the instructions carefully. → → Use imperative

8You should not speak during the test. → → Use negative imperative

Progress0 of 8 answered

Fix the Errors

Find and correct the mistake in each imperative sentence

Error Fix10 questionsA1 — Beginner~15 min

1Opens the window, please.

2Don't to talk during the exam.

3Please sits down.

4Not touch the hot surface.

5Turns right at the corner.

6Be not late for the meeting.

7Doesn't forget your keys.

8Please to wait here.

9Closes the door behind you.

10Do not to eat in the classroom.

Progress0 of 10 answered

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this lesson on the Imperative cover?

Learn how to form and use imperative sentences to give instructions, commands, directions, and advice in English.

Which CEFR level is this lesson designed for?

This lesson is designed for Beginner (A1) learners and forms part of the Verbs section on Grammartier.

What is the best approach for studying the Imperative?

Start with the definition above, then work through the examples to see how the Imperative behaves in context. Since this is a Beginner (A1) topic within verbs, focus on recognising the pattern in the examples first, then practise forming it correctly yourself — accuracy with the basic structure matters more than variety at this stage. Finish with the quiz below to check what's actually sticking.

How does the Imperative relate to the rest of verbs?

The Imperative is one of the Beginner–level topics grouped under Verbs on Grammartier. Understanding it well makes the related lessons in the same category easier to follow — use the related-lessons links on this page to keep building on it once you've completed this quiz.

Your Grammar Learning Path

Follow the CEFR progression for this topic cluster.

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  3. A2
    Interactive Grammar: Make vs Do quiz
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    Interactive Grammar: Gerunds and Infinitives quiz

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