This document discusses introducing the subjunctive mood in noun clauses to advanced language students. It recommends highlighting the subjunctive verb form in a different color, then providing examples of the present, negative, passive, and past subjunctive forms. A chart outlines common verbs and expressions followed by subjunctive noun clauses. Worksheets are suggested to help students practice forming correct noun clauses.
This document discusses introducing the subjunctive mood in noun clauses to advanced language students. It recommends highlighting the subjunctive verb form in a different color, then providing examples of the present, negative, passive, and past subjunctive forms. A chart outlines common verbs and expressions followed by subjunctive noun clauses. Worksheets are suggested to help students practice forming correct noun clauses.
This document discusses introducing the subjunctive mood in noun clauses to advanced language students. It recommends highlighting the subjunctive verb form in a different color, then providing examples of the present, negative, passive, and past subjunctive forms. A chart outlines common verbs and expressions followed by subjunctive noun clauses. Worksheets are suggested to help students practice forming correct noun clauses.
This document discusses introducing the subjunctive mood in noun clauses to advanced language students. It recommends highlighting the subjunctive verb form in a different color, then providing examples of the present, negative, passive, and past subjunctive forms. A chart outlines common verbs and expressions followed by subjunctive noun clauses. Worksheets are suggested to help students practice forming correct noun clauses.
Introduce the subjunctive in noun clauses to higher level classes by giving examples on the board, writing the subjunctive form of the verb in a different color to highlight it.
Explain that this form is used to emphasize urgency and/or importance
For example:
• “I suggest he stay home in bed and rest.” (present form)
• “She recommends that I not eat at that restaurant.” (negative form)
• “It is important that teachers be reminded to be on time to class.” (passive form)
• “I suggested that they left before there was a problem.” (past form)
Then, list the verbs/expressions that are commonly followed by the subjunctive in a noun clause in a chart like below to clearly outline the components and structure:
Subject Verb ‘that’ Subjunctive Noun Clause
I advise he stay here. You asked that I finished my homework. He demands that we not play near the pool. We insist that you come to the party. They propose I sell my car if I need money. Bob recommends that I not tell anyone about my raise.
The police requests that we make a statement.
My boss suggested that I be promoted to manager.
Expressions ‘that’ Subjunctive Noun Clauses
It is essential… that …we learn the basics.
It is imperative… that …you be taught how to read.
It is important… that …people know the truth.
It is critical… that …they understand their mistakes.
It is necessary… that …we find out who did this.
It is vital… that …I be told your decision today.
• Once students understand the overall concept of what noun clauses are, give them controlled worksheets with fill-in-the-blank exercises (with optional answers) to practice choosing the appropriate noun clause to fit in the correct parts of sentences.
• Eventually progress them on to worksheets without any optional answers, forcing them to create their own noun clauses.
