The use of subjunctive The American English tends to hide should from the sentence. [It’s Necessary/ essential / vital / urgent / imperative… that + (hidden should) + verb] American: • It’s essential that she be told the truth. • It’s vital that you be taken to hospital. • It’s important that Barry stop smoking. British: • It’s essential that she should be told the truth. • It’s vital that you should be taken to hospital. • It’s important that Barry should stop smoking. Pinar_Funglishcafe
Posted on: Mon, 15 Dec 2014 21:25:28 +0000
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