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We can make the imperative 'more polite' by
adding 'do'.

- Do be quiet.
- Do come.
- Do sit down.

Exercises
1- Use positive or negative imperatives to

rewrite the following sentences.
Example: You can take my umbrella. - Take my
umbrella.
You mustn't use your dictionary. - Don't use your
dictionary.

1- You must have a shower first.
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2- You mustn't do such things.
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3- You can't go this way.
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4- No problem if you get a taxi.
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5- You can make dinner earlier today.
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