Lesson start ideas	Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson
Which subject	French as second
What age group	Doesn't matter
What topic	Imperatif
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Introduction

Imagine yourself in Paris. You want to have a cup of coffee at a local café but are unsure how to order it in French. Don't worry; this lesson will help you learn the imperative tense, which is essential for giving orders or commands in French.

Brainstorming

Let's start with brainstorming some imperative verbs that you could use at a café.

• Apporte (Bring)
• Donne (Give)
• Prépare (Prepare)
• Sers (Serve)
• Bois (Drink)
• Prends (Take)

Explanation

The imperatif tense is used to give commands, orders, or instructions to someone. It is usually used to give directions, make requests, or give commands to someone. Some important things to keep in mind while using the imperative include:

• The subject pronoun is usually implied and not expressed
• The ending of the verb varies depending on the subject
• The negative form includes "ne" before the verb and "pas" after the verb

Practice

Now that you know how to form the imperative, let's practice. Imagine yourself at the café again, and you want to order a cup of coffee. Use the imperative and order in French. Your partner will respond in French as well.

Conclusion

Learning the imperative is essential in any language as it helps you communicate your wishes or commands effectively. Keep practicing and integrating these verbs into your everyday language to improve your communicative abilities in French.