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Old 24-Apr-2004, 02:32
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Is giving instructions is an imperative sentence?
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Is giving instructions is an imperative sentence?
It could be. The imperative mood is identified by a sentence with a verb of 'command" and no subject.

Drive two miles.
Go back one space.
Place the ball in the bowl.
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