Point out in the following sentences a verb that states something as a
fact, one that is used in asking a question, one that mentions something
merely thought of, and one that expresses a command:—
1. He knows his lesson to-day.
2. Are you first in the class?
3. I hope that he succeed.
4. Put away your books.
The manner in which the verb presents the idea is called the =mode= of
the verb.
A verb that is used to state something as a fact, to ask a question, or
to express a condition relating to an actual state of things, is in the
=indicative mode=; as, He _reads_ well. _Does_ he _read_ well? If he
_was_ guilty, his punishment _was_ too light.
A verb that is used to express something merely thought of is in the
=subjunctive mode=; as, I wish that he _go_. If he _were_ present I
would speak to him. Thy kingdom _come_.
_Note._—The verb in conditional sentences is in the subjunctive mode
only when it expresses something merely thought of.
A verb that expresses a command or request is in the =imperative mode=;
as, _Come_ into the house. _Open_ your book.