Suggestions
English: Year 5 & 6 National Curriculum, topic 2.5.5
Using the Subjunctive to Make Suggestions
We can use the subjunctive mood to make suggestions.
Suggestions
- We can use the subjunctive mood to make suggestions.
- The verb of suggesting is always followed by a 'that' clause.
- You can use verbs like 'to suggest'.
Example
- I suggest that you set an alarm.
- 'Suggest' is the verb of suggesting.
- The 'that' clause follows the verb.
Another example
- Ben suggested that I get a dog.
- Suggested is the verb of suggesting.
- The 'that' clause follows the verb.
More examples
- Molly suggested that we go for dinner.
- 'Suggested' is the verb of suggesting.
- The 'that' clause follows the verb.
Test yourself on Suggestions
Which of these sentences uses the subjunctive mood?
What verb can you use to make suggestions?
What kind of sentence is 'I suggest that she study harder.'?