Subjunctive

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What is the subjunctive mood used for in English?

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The subjunctive mood is used to express wishes, hypothetical situations, demands, or suggestions.

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

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Provide an example of a sentence using the present subjunctive.

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It is essential that he be present at the meeting.

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

Front

What is the structure of a sentence in the past subjunctive?

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The past subjunctive typically uses 'were' for all subjects, e.g., 'If I were you...'

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CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1B

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

Front

What verb form follows expressions of desire or preference in the subjunctive mood?

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The base form of the verb, e.g., 'I suggest that he study more.'

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

Front

Identify a common expression that triggers the subjunctive mood.

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Expressions like 'It is important that...' or 'I wish that...' trigger the subjunctive.

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

Front

What is the difference between indicative and subjunctive moods?

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The indicative mood states facts, while the subjunctive mood expresses wishes, hypotheticals, or demands.

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CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.8.1D

CCSS.L.8.3A

Front

How do you form the subjunctive for regular verbs?

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For regular verbs, use the base form of the verb regardless of the subject.

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CCSS.L.1.4C

CCSS.L.8.1A

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What is an example of a sentence using the subjunctive to express a wish?

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I wish that it were sunny today.

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CCSS.L.3.1F

Front

What is the subjunctive form of the verb 'to be' for all subjects?

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The subjunctive form of 'to be' is 'be' in the present and 'were' in the past.

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CCSS.L.3.1F

Front

When is the past subjunctive used?

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The past subjunctive is used to discuss hypothetical situations that are contrary to fact.

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CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1B

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D