2.5.4

Requests

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Using the Subjunctive to Make Requests

We can use the subjunctive mood to make requests. The verb of requesting is always followed by a 'that' clause.

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Requests

  • We can use the subjunctive mood to make requests.
  • The verb of requesting is always followed by a 'that' clause.
  • You can use verbs like 'to request' or 'to ask'.
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Request

  • I request that you leave me alone.
    • 'Request' is the verb of requesting.
    • The 'that' clause follows the verb.
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Ask

  • The dinosaur asked that he be fed.
    • 'Asked' is the verb of requesting.
    • The 'that' clause follows the verb.

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1.2Prefixes

1.3Suffixes

1.4Spelling Rules

1.5Reading Comprehension

1.6Reading Comprehension: SAT Practise

1.7Word Meaning

1.8Fact vs. Opinion

1.9Justifying Views

1.10Figurative Language

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2Writing

2.1Sounds in Words

2.2Homophones

2.3Using a Dictionary

2.4Writing Composition

2.5The Subjunctive Mood

2.6Modal Verbs

2.7Active & Passive Voice

2.8Relative Clauses

2.9Expanded Nouns

2.10Punctuation

2.11SAT Spelling Practise

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