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Which sentence correctly illustrates the use of the subjunctive mood?
Which sentence correctly illustrates the use of the subjunctive mood?
- She requested that the meeting be held at noon. (correct)
- It is important that he finishes the assignment. (correct)
- I demand that they arrives on time.
- The teacher insists that the students completes their homework.
Which verb or expression does NOT typically accompany the subjunctive?
Which verb or expression does NOT typically accompany the subjunctive?
- insist
- recommend
- suggest
- acknowledge (correct)
What is the correct form to express a desire for someone to take a specific action?
What is the correct form to express a desire for someone to take a specific action?
- I want you finishing this task.
- I would like for you to finishing this task.
- I wish you to finish this task.
- I’d like you to finish this task. (correct)
Which example correctly follows the subjunctive sentence structure?
Which example correctly follows the subjunctive sentence structure?
Which of the following sentences demonstrates incorrect usage of the subjunctive?
Which of the following sentences demonstrates incorrect usage of the subjunctive?
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The Subjunctive Mood
The Subjunctive Mood
A grammatical mood that emphasizes the importance or urgency of an action.
Subjunctive Verb Form
Subjunctive Verb Form
The base form of the verb is used in the subjunctive mood.
Subjunctive Signals
Subjunctive Signals
Certain verbs and expressions signal the use of the subjunctive mood.
Subjunctive Structure
Subjunctive Structure
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Expressing Desire
Expressing Desire
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Study Notes
Subjunctive Mood
- Used to emphasize importance or urgency of an action.
- Employs base form of the verb.
- Example: "The manager insisted that he work late." "It is important that you be at the meeting."
Verbs and Expressions Requiring Subjunctive
- Indicate necessity, importance, or demand: ask, request, demand, require, insist, suggest, recommend, urge.
- Example verbs: insist, suggest, recommend.
- Example expressions: "it is essential," "it is imperative," "it is important," "it is necessary."
Sentence Structure with Subjunctive
- Follows a pattern: verb/expression + that + subject + base verb (or negative base form).
- Example: "It is essential that you dress appropriately." "She asked that we not be late."
I'd Like You/I Want You + Infinitive
- Used to express a desire for someone to do something.
- Followed by the base form (infinitive) of the verb.
- Example: "I’d like you to help with this project." "I want you to finish the report this afternoon."
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