Imperative forms 

1.We usually use imperatives in many different situations:

a. give directions and instructions

• Turn right at the light.
• Go straight for two blocks.
• Repeat ten times in each position.

b. give orders or commands

• Stand up!
• Don't leave!
• Stop talking!

 c. make an informal invitation

• Come visit me.
• Study with us this morning.
• Have a piece of this pie. It's awesome.

d. give advice or make suggestions

• Talk to your mother about it.
• Always take your umbrella with you.
• Don't exercise when you feel very tired.

e. ask favors

• Please read the text.
• Read the text, please.

f. give warnings

• Don't skip!
• Be careful!
• Keep away!

2. The imperative form is the same in both the singular and the plural.

• Mike, close your eyes.
• Mike and Cindy, close your eyes.