It's important that a child not (1)________ up without an understanding of the natural world, and our forest school (2)_________ that possible. Built on the edge of the Ashley forest, we offer the chance to learn, explore and create. Experts recommend that a child (3)________ risks while growing up and the forest (4)____________ them the chance to do just that, but in a safe environment. We don't propose that every child (5)_________ all day outside of course, but a large portion of our time is (6)________ in the forest working on a variety of projects. We recommend that your child (7)_______ us for a day to learn more about the incredible work that is (8)________. Call now to book a place!
NB We ask that children not (9)________ toys with them but (10)________ warm clothes with them instead.
KEY
1. grow
2. makes
3. take
4. allows/ gives/ offers
5. spend
6. spent
7. visit
8. done
9. bring
10. have/ take
Showing posts with label The Subjunctive. Show all posts
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On Screen p 26. All Work and No Play? The Subjunctive. Extra Cloze
All Work and No Play? Not In Our Office!
Jeff is a software designer at a small software company. He is playing table tennis at work, but that's not a problem because his company insists that he (1)_________ part of his work day playing! His boss asks that he (2)___________ a break every couple of hours to do something fun. Many psychologists now recommend that a person (3)__________ more time playing and less time working. They say it is essential that a worker (4)_________ and (5)____________ fun in order to be more productive. They also say it is important that a person not (6)__________ too many hours without taking a break. Also, it is recommended that everyone (7)_________ a sport or game during at least some of those breaks. Of course, most companies don't demand that an employee (8)_________ time off to play. Some simply suggest that a worker not (9)_________ the whole day at the desk. Some final advice from Jeff, though: "Just don't spend too long playing and forget to work. It definitely isn't recommended that one (10)________ all the time.
KEY
1. spend
2. take
3. spend
4. relax
5. have
6. work
7. play
8. take
9. spend
10. play
Jeff is a software designer at a small software company. He is playing table tennis at work, but that's not a problem because his company insists that he (1)_________ part of his work day playing! His boss asks that he (2)___________ a break every couple of hours to do something fun. Many psychologists now recommend that a person (3)__________ more time playing and less time working. They say it is essential that a worker (4)_________ and (5)____________ fun in order to be more productive. They also say it is important that a person not (6)__________ too many hours without taking a break. Also, it is recommended that everyone (7)_________ a sport or game during at least some of those breaks. Of course, most companies don't demand that an employee (8)_________ time off to play. Some simply suggest that a worker not (9)_________ the whole day at the desk. Some final advice from Jeff, though: "Just don't spend too long playing and forget to work. It definitely isn't recommended that one (10)________ all the time.
KEY
1. spend
2. take
3. spend
4. relax
5. have
6. work
7. play
8. take
9. spend
10. play
Objective Proficiency p 112. The Subjunctive for Past Events. Extra Exercise
Use the following verbs in the subjunctive. Use the negative or passive forms if necessary.
accept, give, break, wear, change, call, go, contact, leave, come, award, buy, exclude, go, travel, bury
1. The doctor insisted that he ____________ to the hospital for a series of tests
2. She left a suicide note asking that she __________ with her most cherished possessions.
3. I suggested to Charlie that he ___________ with me but he turned pale at the idea.
4. He had tried to call her during the week, but she had insisted that he ___________ at home and there was no other number he could try.
5. Her father had had a slight stroke and the doctors recommended that he __________.
6. They suggested he ___________ a different person.
7. They expressed the wish that she __________ the award.
8. We insisted that he __________ at once.
9. Someone suggested that they __________ into small groups.
10. It was his doctor who advised that he ___________ his job.
11. The school principal suggested that he __________ a scholarship.
12. The management insisted that he ________ a dark suit to the meeting.
13. He suggested that she ___________ clubbing with him.
14. He proposed that she __________ his half of the business.
15. At yesterday's hearing the judge insisted that Mr Grant __________ evidence despite his relationship to the accused.
16. Members of the committee suggested England ____________ from future international tournaments.
KEY
1. The doctor insisted that he go to the hospital for a series of tests
2. She left a suicide note asking that she be buried with her most cherished possessions.
3. I suggested to Charlie that he come with me but he turned pale at the idea.
4. He had tried to call her during the week, but she had insisted that he not call at home and there was no other number he could try.
5. Her father had had a slight stroke and the doctors recommended that he not travel.
6. They suggested he contact a different person.
7. They expressed the wish that she accept the award.
8. We insisted that he leave at once.
9. Someone suggested that they break into small groups.
10. It was his doctor who advised that he change his job.
11. The school principal suggested that he be awarded a scholarship.
12. The management insisted that he wear a dark suit to the meeting.
13. He suggested that she go clubbing with him.
14. He proposed that she buy his half of the business.
15. At yesterday's hearing the judge insisted that Mr Grant give evidence despite his relationship to the accused.
16. Members of the committee suggested England be excluded from future international tournaments.
accept, give, break, wear, change, call, go, contact, leave, come, award, buy, exclude, go, travel, bury
1. The doctor insisted that he ____________ to the hospital for a series of tests
2. She left a suicide note asking that she __________ with her most cherished possessions.
3. I suggested to Charlie that he ___________ with me but he turned pale at the idea.
4. He had tried to call her during the week, but she had insisted that he ___________ at home and there was no other number he could try.
5. Her father had had a slight stroke and the doctors recommended that he __________.
6. They suggested he ___________ a different person.
7. They expressed the wish that she __________ the award.
8. We insisted that he __________ at once.
9. Someone suggested that they __________ into small groups.
10. It was his doctor who advised that he ___________ his job.
11. The school principal suggested that he __________ a scholarship.
12. The management insisted that he ________ a dark suit to the meeting.
13. He suggested that she ___________ clubbing with him.
14. He proposed that she __________ his half of the business.
15. At yesterday's hearing the judge insisted that Mr Grant __________ evidence despite his relationship to the accused.
16. Members of the committee suggested England ____________ from future international tournaments.
KEY
1. The doctor insisted that he go to the hospital for a series of tests
2. She left a suicide note asking that she be buried with her most cherished possessions.
3. I suggested to Charlie that he come with me but he turned pale at the idea.
4. He had tried to call her during the week, but she had insisted that he not call at home and there was no other number he could try.
5. Her father had had a slight stroke and the doctors recommended that he not travel.
6. They suggested he contact a different person.
7. They expressed the wish that she accept the award.
8. We insisted that he leave at once.
9. Someone suggested that they break into small groups.
10. It was his doctor who advised that he change his job.
11. The school principal suggested that he be awarded a scholarship.
12. The management insisted that he wear a dark suit to the meeting.
13. He suggested that she go clubbing with him.
14. He proposed that she buy his half of the business.
15. At yesterday's hearing the judge insisted that Mr Grant give evidence despite his relationship to the accused.
16. Members of the committee suggested England be excluded from future international tournaments.
Objective Proficiency p 112. The Subjunctive. Extra Grammar
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We use the present subjunctive, which has the same form as the base form of the verb, in that-clauses. We put not before the verb in the negative subjunctive. We can use should instead of the subjunctive. It can be used to refer to events in the past, present or future.
With verbs: ask, demand, insist, propose, recommend, suggest, require, advise, request, beg, command, direct, instruct, intend, order, prefer, stipulate, urge, warn (that).
Examples:
Her parents suggested that she wake early tomorrow.
They suggested that Mrs Giddy be appointed as deputy head on a temporary basis.
They ask that she send copies of her identity documents
The airline representative recommended that he check in at least three hours before departure.
We asked that he not smoke inside.
The organisation's director proposed that cash donations not be accepted.
The receptionist suggested that guests not bring sleeping bags.
With adjectives: recommended, (un)necessary, essential, better/best, important, advisable, desirable, preferable, vital, crucial, imperative, obligatory, urgent, appalling, (in)appropriate, (in)conceivable.
Examples:
It is best that our son spend time outdoors.
It is recommended that you not drink coffee late at night.
It is essential that no one (should) feel excluded.
It is vital that every voice (should) be heard.
With nouns expressing orders, rules or suggestions:
It is our recommendation that he (should) not say anything until the investigation is over.
Isn't there a rule that safety equipment (should) be worn whenever machinery is running?
They gave instructions that all passengers (should) have passport ready for inspection.
The school had a requirement that uniforms (should) be worn at all times.
Alternatives to the subjunctive
With verbs insist and demand there is no alternative
Example:
The electric company is demanding that the customer pay immediately.
With verbs ask and require we can use the infinitive
Example:
The shop requires customers to exchange unwanted items within 30 days.
With verbs require, recommend, suggest and propose we can use the gerund.
Example:
What do you recommend doing in Paris?
With adjectives important, essential, vital, necessary, better/best.
It (+would) + be + adj. (+ for + object) + inf.
Examples:
It's important for you to listen carefully.
It would be better to rest before your exam tomorrow.
It's important to discuss any problems you may be having with your supervisor.
There are some fixed expressions which use the subjunctive forms:
If he doesn't want to see us, then so be it (= then let it happen).
Bless you!
Long live the republic/ king!
'There is very little chance of winning this case'. 'Be that as it may (=whether that is true or not), I'm not going to give up fighting.'
I'll take it all the way to the Supreme Court if need be (=if this is necessary)
Suffice (it) to say (=it is enough to say), Mike won't be going to Tina's birthday party after what he said about her to her boss.
Exercise
Complete with an affirmative or negative verb form
1. Experts say it's important that a child ________ inside all day.
2. They recommend that everyone ________ at least 30 minutes of fresh air a day.
3. It's essential that a child _____________ too much time in front of the TV.
4. Parents should insist that their child's school __________ children outside at break time.
5. It's recommended that a child _________ touch with nature.
6. Experts suggest that a parent __________ their child too much and _______ them take some risks.
7. Doctors ask that a child ___________ fit through outside play.
8. It is of vital importance that the head teacher _________ present at the interviews when other teachers are selected.
9. He insisted that he ________ playing football in the office.
10. She asked that she _______ kept informed of developments.
KEY
1. not stay
2. have
3. not spend
4. allow
5. not lose
6. not protect
let
7. keep
8. be
9. stop
10. be
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