Use the passage to answer the question. (1) Imagine that you are preparing to explore the bottom of the ocean. (2) You’ll probably want to start by using computerized mapping tools to create a digital model of the area you plan to look at. (3) Computer software called photogrammetry puts together photographs to create a three-dimensional map of underwater areas. Which describes the verb mood in sentence 1? (1 point) Responses The indicative mood is used to state a fact. The indicative mood is used to state a fact. The subjunctive mood is used to describe a hypothetical situation. The subjunctive mood is used to describe a hypothetical situation. The imperative mood is used to involve the reader in the material. The imperative mood is used to involve the reader in the material. The conditional mood is used to describe something that might happen. The conditional mood is used to describe something that might happen.

Answer 1

The correct response is: The subjunctive mood is used to describe a hypothetical situation.

Sentence 1 ("Imagine that you are preparing to explore the bottom of the ocean.") describes a hypothetical situation, which is characteristic of the subjunctive mood.