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The subject of a sentence usually comes first, but occasionally it may
be placed after the predicate.

In the heart of the forest lived a saint.
Here comes Mr Gupta, the President of NELTA.

In an imperative sentence, the subject is always ‘you’. It is not stated
but implied.
Buy a ticket before you enter the hall. [You sit down and read a
magazine.]

In a Yes/no question, the subject is placed after an auxiliary or
modal verb.
Are you angry with us?

In a Wh-question, the subject is placed after a main verb.
What is Binaya doing after his final examination?

E. Read the story below. Circle subjects and underline predicates in
the sentences.

Rodd and Todd were the names of the two lucky children chosen to

go and see Santa Claus himself up at the North Pole. A magic sleigh
was sent to their homes to collect them. And they flew north, flying

through the clouds, as Christmas music played. Everything they
came across was marvelous. Never in their wildest dreams could they

have imagined it all. And they excitedly waited to see that loveable
red figure who had spent so many years bringing them gifts every

Christmas. The moment finally arrived. They entered a great hall and
were left alone. The hall was dark and empty. Rodd and Todd waited a

long time in silence thinking of what to say.

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