In English grammar, mood refers to the manner in which a verb is used in a sentence. Moods help us express different types of sentences, such as statements, questions, commands, and hypothetical situations.
In traditional grammar, there are three ways to explain moods: the Indicative, Imperative, and Subjunctive.
However, modern grammar has made a slight change and added the Interrogative mood. So, in simpler terms, we can classify moods into four categories:
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- Declarative or Indicative Moods
- Interrogative Moods
- Imperative Moods
- Subjunctive Moods
Interrogative Mood
The interrogative mood is used to ask questions. It involves using a verb to inquire or seek information. This Mood is equal to the Interrogative sentence.
| YES/NO Questions | WH-Questions |
| Will they report the accident? Are you going to school? Have you any pencils? Did you learn this lesson at school? Did you watch the movie? | Who prepared the breakfast? Whose is this book? How are you? What do you want? What does the girl look like? |