Advanced Subjunctive in Conditionals
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Question 1 of 5
If need ___, I will stay late to finish
AnswerbeSubjunctive BE expresses contingency. Needs arise. Dedication is shown.
Question 2 of 5
Lest we ___, let us remember the lessons of history
AnswerforgetLEST + subjunctive means 'so that we do not'. History teaches. Memory serves.
Question 3 of 5
If any person ___ dissatisfied, let them speak
AnswerbeSubjunctive BE in formal conditions. Dissatisfaction is invited. Voices are heard.
Question 4 of 5
She requested that he ___ present at the hearing
AnswerbeSubjunctive after REQUESTED. Presence is required. Hearings proceed.
Question 5 of 5
In which variety of English is the subjunctive more common?
AnswerAmerican EnglishAmerican English retains subjunctive more robustly. British English often uses SHOULD. Both understand.
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