SUBJUNCTIVE I AND II

SUBJUNCTIVE I.

Subjunctive I is close to the Suppositional mood in its meaning (i.e. represents the action as problematic but not contradicting to reality, that is
as desirable, suggested, supposed, etc.).

I. Subjunctive I has only one form - the form which is homonymic with the form of the Indefinite (Simple) Infinitive:

I	be, write
he/she/ it
we
you
they

Subjunctive I is never used with the reference to the past.
Subjunctive I is never used with the negation.

The use of Subjunctive I.

№	The usage	The example
1.	In simple sentences (usually exclamatory) with an optative meaning.	So be it! Successattend you! God blessyou!
2.	In subject clauses after the principal clauses denoting subjective appraisal of the action or situation described in the subordinate clause (e.g. it is necessary/ impossible/ strange/ annoying/ a shame/ a pity/ etc. + that).	It's incredible that sherise so early.
3.	In object, predicative and attributive clauses after verbs and nouns denoting suggestion, demand, recommendation and order (e.g. to demand/ insist/ suggest/ advise/ request/ etc; suggestion/ advice/ recommendation/ etc. + that).	He suggested that wetake part in the party.
4.	In object, predicative and appositive clauses after the expressions denoting feelings (e.g. to be glad/ afraid/ sorry/ anxious/ etc. + that).	He was sorry that we miss the concert.
5.	In object, predicative and appositive, clauses after the expressions of fear (e.g. to fear, to worry, to be afraid, for fear, worry, etc.) with the conjunction lest.	They were afraid lest we be late.
6.	In adverbial clauses of purpose after the conjunctions' in case, in order that, so that.	Close the window so that we be warm.

SUBJUNCTIVE II.

Subjunctive II represents the action as unreal, as contrary to reality.
I. the Past Indefinite (were, went) - the non - perfect form - refers the action to the present or the future, i.e. expresses simultaneousness.
II. the Past Perfect (had been/gone) - the perfect form - refers the action to the past (when the action is not fulfilled), i.e. expresses priority.

The use of Subjunctive II.

№	The usage	The example
1.	In adverbial clauses of unreal condition after the conjunctions if, on condition, in case, and of concession after even if, eventhough.	I'd do it at once if I were you. Even though he were free, he wouldn't go with us.
2.	In object clauses after the verb to wish to express an unreal desired action.	I wish I could skate (the action refers to the present and the future) I wish you had come to the party. (the action refers to the past) I wish you would stoplistening to that terrible music. (expressing annoyance)
3.	In exclamatory sentences to express a wish which cannot be fulfilled after if only.	If only he had given me a chance!
4.	In adverbial clauses after the conjunctions as if, as though	He smiled as if he were amused by my joke. You look as if you had not slept.
5.	After the expressions it’s time, it’s high time.	It’s time he were here.
6.	In adverbial clauses of purpose after the conjunctions so that, in order that, in case.	Put down my phone number so that you could get in touch with me whenever you want.
7.	In simple sentences to express a) advice b) preference.	a) It's getting dark. You hadbetter switch on the light. b) I would rather (sooner) stayat home.

NOTE: If it's necessary to use a modal verb, we use it instead of the auxiliary verb.

Online exercises:

Intermediate

exercise 1
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exercise 2
(Express the subjunctive)
exercise 3
(Choose the right verb)
exercise 4
(Subjunctive Quiz)
exercise 5
(Put in the correct verb forms)
exercise 6
(English exercise "I wish I were...")
exercise 7
(Write the verb in brackets in the subjunctive)
exercise 8
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exercise 9
(Real or unreal? Indicative Mood or Subjunctive Mood? Choose the most appropriate answer)
exercise 10
(Real or unreal? Indicative Mood or Subjunctive Mood? Choose the most appropriate answer)

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