Year 6 Using The Subjunctive
What is a subjunctive? This is one of the details in grammar that many people get to overlook. It is basically a form of verb, which expresses a wish or hypothetical situation. Find out more below.
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Which sentence uses the subjunctive form?
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I wish I had a BMW!
- B.
If I were you I would put that money in the bank.
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He wants to buy a Rolls Royce.
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She was excited about winning the football match.
Correct Answer
B. If I were you I would put that money in the bank.Explanation
When you use 'were' instead of 'was' with he/she/I/it in clauses with 'If' and 'wish' it is the subjunctive. e.g. If she were… I wish I were...Rate this question:
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Which sentence uses the subjunctive form?
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He really likes playing tennis.
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She had a really good time at the party.
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I wouldn't do that if I were you.
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They want to go to Spain on holiday next week.
Correct Answer
C. I wouldn't do that if I were you.Explanation
When you use 'were' instead of 'was' with he/she/I/it in clauses with 'If' and 'wish' it is the subjunctive. e.g. If she were… I wish I were...Rate this question:
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Which sentence uses the subjunctive form?
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He ran a really fast marathon.
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She wants to run the marathon next year.
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He wished he had entered the race when he saw how much fun it was.
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If he were just a bit faster he could become a professional athlete.
Correct Answer
D. If he were just a bit faster he could become a professional athlete.Explanation
When you use 'were' instead of 'was' with he/she/I/it in clauses with 'If' and 'wish' it is the subjunctive. e.g. If she were… I wish I were...Rate this question:
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Which sentence does NOT use the subjunctive form?
- A.
If she were taller she would make it into the basketball team.
- B.
You were on holiday in France last year weren't you?
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I wish I were older and then I could drive a car.
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If he were more sensible then I would put him in charge of the library.
Correct Answer
B. You were on holiday in France last year weren't you?Explanation
'Were' is not always a subjunctive. The subjuncitve is used to express an intention about the future. When you use 'were' instead of 'was' with he/she/I/it in clauses with 'If' and 'wish' THEN it is the subjunctive. e.g. If she were… I wish I were...Rate this question:
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Which sentence does NOT use the subjunctive form?
- A.
If he were Prime Minister the country would be more prosperous.
- B.
I wish I were stronger, then I could lift this suitcase!
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I wish he were able to help me move house tomorrow.
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Were you on holiday in America last year?
Correct Answer
D. Were you on holiday in America last year?Explanation
'Were' is not always a subjunctive. The subjuncitve is used to express an intention about the future. When you use 'were' instead of 'was' with he/she/I/it in clauses with 'If' and 'wish' THEN it is the subjunctive. e.g. If she were… I wish I were...Rate this question:
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Which sentence does NOT use the subjunctive form?
- A.
You were late getting home last night!
- B.
I wouldn't drive that fast if I were you!
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If he were more diligent and hardworking he could pass the test easily.
- D.
If she were more confident she would make a great speaker.
Correct Answer
A. You were late getting home last night!Explanation
'Were' is not always a subjunctive. The subjuncitve is used to express an intention about the future. When you use 'were' instead of 'was' with he/she/I/it in clauses with 'If' and 'wish' THEN it is the subjunctive. e.g. If she were… I wish I were...Rate this question:
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