Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Understanding Indicative Mood | No Nonsense Grammar

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

8

Overview

Verbal moods indicate a state of being or reality. There are several types: indicative, the most common where the state of being is a pure fact; interrogative, which asks a question; and imperative, which is a command. It is important to remember that it is not the verb that determines the mood but the way it's used in the sentence. This resource provides instruction and practice with forming and using verbs in context in the indicative, imperative, interrogative, conditional, and subjunctive moods.

    English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 8

    ELA21.8.20

    Produce writing that shows a command of standard English grammar, usage, and mechanics.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:ELA21.8.20

    Vocabulary

    • Standard English grammar
    • Standard English usage
    • Standard English mechanics

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • The conventions of written standard English grammar, usage, and mechanics.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Demonstrate written command of standard English, grammar, usage, and mechanics.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • To clearly communicate in writing, they must use standard English grammar, usage, and mechanics.
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    Resource Provider

    PBS
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