MOOD in English

In English, there are three “moods.” A mood is a way of using a verb to show the attitude of the speaker toward what he is saying. The Indicative mood expresses facts. All the tenses discussed in the Grammar Corner, Verb Tense section are in the indicative mood. The other two moods are the imperative mood and the subjunctive moods.

The imperative mood is used to express commands. Positive commands in English take the form of the base form of the verb:
“Give me a wrench.”
“Clean your room.”
“Read this report, then give it to the supervisor.”
“Send us your address.”
Negative commands are formed with “Don't” + BASE VERB FORM.
“Don't call me at work.”
“Don't be late.”
“Don't forget your lunch.”

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Can English Grammar be enjoyable?

Ms. Amy Little, is known for her lively teaching methods in English Grammar class. An English Grammar instructor in University of Alabama in Huntsville (UHA),We interviewed her to find out how she keeps grammar interesting for students and what advice she gives to second language learners:

INTERVIEWER: All of your students say that you are a wonderful grammar teacher. Tell us why you love teaching grammar so much.
Ms. LITTLE: I like grammar because it is essential to every other skill. Also, I like seeing the "nuts and bolts" of a language.

INTERVIEWER: Many students say that grammar is their least favorite skill to learn. What are some things that you do to make learning grammar more enjoyable?
Ms. LITTLE: I realize that many students struggle with grammar, so my goal is to make it impossible for a student to fall asleep in my class. I do not simply follow along with the textbook; I use variety to make grammar interesting and appeal to all the different learning styles. We do activities, games, discussions – anything it takes to keep the students interested in learning.

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