French Subjunctive Quiz: Master the Tricky Tenses

Study Notes

Le Subjonctif Rules

The main rule for using le subjonctif is to express doubt, uncertainty, or possibility about a situation or event.

L'Infinitif vs Le Subjonctif

Use l'infinitif instead of le subjonctif when expressing a general or abstract idea, or when the subject of the sentence is also performing the action.
Use le subjonctif when expressing a specific or personal idea, or when the subject of the sentence is not performing the action.

Expressing Necessity

'Il faut que' is used to express necessity or obligation, and is often followed by le subjonctif.
The sentence 'Il faut que tu sois là à 18h.' means "You must be there at 6 pm."

Expressing Desire

'Je veux que' is used to express desire or preference, and is often followed by le subjonctif.
The sentence 'Je veux que ce soit fait rapidement.' means "I want it to be done quickly."

Expressing Obligation

The sentence 'Il veut que je sois là à 17h.' means "He wants me to be there at 5 pm."

Personal Version of 'Il faut'

The personal version of 'Il faut' is 'il me faut' or 'je dois', which is used to express personal necessity or obligation.

Using Subjonctif with 'Penser que' and 'Croire que'

The subjunctive is used after 'penser que' or 'croire que' when expressing doubt or uncertainty about the situation or event.

Expressing Concession

The sentence 'Quoi que je fasse, j’ai des problèmes.' means "No matter what I do, I have problems."
The sentence 'Où que je sois, je pense à toi.' means "Wherever I am, I think of you."

Difference between 'Il faut que' and 'Devoir'

'Il faut que' is used to express external necessity or obligation, while 'devoir' is used to express internal necessity or obligation.

Description

"Master the French Subjunctive: Test Your Knowledge on When to Use Le Subjonctif!" Take this quiz and improve your understanding of the most common uses of le subjonctif in French. From "Je veux que" to other key phrases, this quiz will challenge you to identify when to use the subjunctive in various contexts. Sharpen your language skills and impress your French-speaking friends with your mastery of le subjonctif!