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Nouns + be + that/to-infinitive clauses

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Which sentence demonstrates the correct usage of a noun with the verb 'be' followed by a 'that' clause?

The solution is to try a different approach.
The difficulty was that the tickets were sold out. (correct)
The main reason is because of the budget cuts.
Her suggestion is that we should consider all options.

Which sentence exemplifies the correct use of a noun with the verb 'be' followed by a 'to-infinitive'?

The next step is preparing the presentation materials.
The key idea is to remain focused on the task. (correct)
The best strategy is that you practice daily.
The problem was that he didn't listen.

Identify the sentence where an adjective is correctly used with 'it' and the verb 'be' followed by a 'that' clause.

It seems that we should try this.
It tells that it probably won't rain.
It appears that you must finish the work.
It's certain that they completed the project. (correct)

Choose the sentence that correctly uses an adjective with 'it' and the verb 'be' followed by a 'wh-' clause.

It's unclear how the project will proceed. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence contains a grammatical structure that describes a common way of commenting on a statement?

It's odd that she never replied to my message. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Select the sentence that correctly uses a noun followed by 'be' and a 'that' clause to provide an explanation.

Our assumption is that they will arrive late. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a noun with the verb 'be' to introduce a necessary action or condition using a 'to-infinitive'?

The best option is to ignore the comment. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Identify which sentence uses 'it + be + adjective + that clause' correctly to express a viewpoint or sentiment about an event.

It's wonderful that you could come. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Choose the sentence below that correctly uses an adjective after 'it is' to comment on a situation, followed by a 'wh-' clause.

It's uncertain where she has gone. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence below is an example of the correct use of a noun describing a fact, followed by 'be' and a 'that' clause to emphasise the important point?

The fact is that she did not participate. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Noun + be + that clause

Some nouns can be used with 'be' followed by a 'that' clause to express conditions or explanations.

Noun + be + to-infinitive

Certain nouns can be used with 'be' followed by a 'to-infinitive' to express a solution or course of action.

Adjective + it + be + clause

Some adjectives can be used with 'it' and 'be' followed by a 'that' or 'wh-' clause to comment on statements.

Study Notes

Some nouns can be used with the verb "be" followed by a "that" clause.
Example: The problem was that I had no money.
Example: The obvious explanation is that he simply forgot.
Example: The danger is that the whole thing might catch fire.
Example: It's a pity that the children aren't here.
Example: The lucky thing is that nobody was hurt.
Nouns commonly used in this way include problem, explanation, danger, pity, thing, fact, etc.
Some nouns can be used with the verb "be" followed by a "to-infinitive".
Example: The only way is to start all over again.
Example: His answer is to work a bit harder.
Example: Her only hope was to find a new job as soon as possible.
Example: The easiest thing would be to ask your father.
Nouns commonly used in this way include way, answer, hope, thing, idea, etc.
To comment on statements, some adjectives are used with "it" and the verb "be" and a "that" clause or "wh-" clause.
Example: It's lucky that we met.
Example: It's not clear what happened.
Example: It was amazing how he managed to escape.
Adjectives commonly used in this way include lucky, clear, amazing, obvious, etc.

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