(Originais Teachy 2024) - Questão Fácil de Inglês

The imperative mood in English is a unique grammatical feature used to give orders, make requests, offer advice, or provide instructions. It is mostly expressed through the base form of the verb, and in the case of the second person singular, it doesn't require the use of 'to.' For example, 'Close the door' is a simple command, while 'Please close the door' adds politeness to the request. Analyze the following excerpt from a set of instructions for assembling furniture: 'Insert piece A into slot B, ensuring that the notches align. Then, using tool C, tighten the screws until fully secured. Repeat this process for pieces D and E.' (A) Identify the instances where the imperative mood is used in the given text, and explain why it is the most suitable choice for each instruction. (B) Discuss how the addition of polite language, such as 'please' and 'ensure,' can alter the meaning and tone of imperatives, and provide an example of how these phrases might be incorporated into the instructions without changing the core meaning.