Commands

What are we learning today?

You will learn to understand commands and to tell good advice from bad advice.

Explanation

• A command starts with the base verb. There is no subject.
• Keep to the path. Shut the gate. Keep your dog on a lead.
• A negative command starts with Don't.
• Listen carefully for Don't. It changes the meaning.
• Say please to be polite.

Examples

1. Throw your litter in the bin.
2. Walk away slowly. This is safe advice.
3. Don't feed wild animals.

Remember!

• Command = verb first: Shut the gate.
• Negative command = Don't + verb.
• Do not add "you" before the verb.

Check yourself

1. How do we make a negative command?
2. Complete: Keep your dog ___ a lead.
3. Which is polite: "Shut the gate, please" or "You shut the gate!"?