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Speech Act

Example of command and prohibition expressions Giving a command
• Put the report on my desk
• Bring the books
• Open the door
• Close the door, please
• Could you please give me the report ?
• Come here, please

Expressing prohibition
• Don’t come late
• Don’t be lazy
• Don’t use those shoes
• Sir ?ma’am, please don’t bring any animals
• Sir ?ma’am, could you please don’t enter that room ?
• I’m really sorry, but don’t step on the grass