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Do all imperative sentences have a period?

No, not all imperative sentences have a period. Here's why:

* Imperative sentences are commands or requests. They tell someone to do something.

* Periods are the most common punctuation for imperative sentences. This makes sense, as they indicate a complete thought and a pause.

* However, some imperative sentences can end with an exclamation point! This is used for emphasis or strong emotion. For example:

* "Close the door!"

* "Help me!"

* "Get out of here!"

In summary:

* Most imperative sentences end with a period.

* Some imperative sentences, particularly those expressing strong emotion, can end with an exclamation point.

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