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Which phrase indicates the strongest level of advice?
Which phrase indicates the strongest level of advice?
- You ought to work very hard.
- You had better work very hard. (correct)
- You should be able to work out important themes.
- Try to prepare yourself in advance.
What is the purpose of the infinitive form in advising someone?
What is the purpose of the infinitive form in advising someone?
- To ask for permission.
- To express a past action.
- To suggest an action to take. (correct)
- To indicate a completed task.
Which sentence expresses an advice that should not be followed?
Which sentence expresses an advice that should not be followed?
- You ought to work very hard.
- You should not try to write down every word that the lecturer says. (correct)
- Try to prepare yourself in advance.
- Sit near the front of the room.
Which two phrases express similar meaning when giving advice?
Which two phrases express similar meaning when giving advice?
What does the advice 'You had better work very hard' imply?
What does the advice 'You had better work very hard' imply?
Flashcards
Giving Advice in English
Giving Advice in English
Suggesting an action to take, often with a sense of obligation.
Infinitives for Advice
Infinitives for Advice
Infinitives (Try, Sit) are used at the start of a sentence to give direct, focused advice.
Modals for Advice
Modals for Advice
Modal verbs (should, should not) indicate a level of obligation or desirability in following the advice.
Had Better for Advice
Had Better for Advice
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Ought to for Advice
Ought to for Advice
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Study Notes
Giving Advice Using Modals and Infinitives
- Modal verbs like "should," "ought to," and "had better" express advice.
- Infinitives ("try," "sit") function in these sentences to describe actions recommended.
- "Should" and "ought to" express similar advice, while "had better" implies stronger, more crucial advice.
- Sentences a and b use infinitives and directly advise actions (e.g., prepare, sit).
- Sentences c and d use "should" (and "should not") to offer advice on note-taking strategies.
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