| Element | USE: SUGGESTIONS, OBLIGATION |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | FUTURE |
| SubCat | present simple for future use |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | C1 |
| Cando | Can use the present simple after speech act verbs expressing suggestions and obligation. |
| Corrected Learner Example | We would suggest that our management takes a closer look. (C1 German) I recommend that we go to the theatre in Ginza where "Miss Saigon" is on. (Japan; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1993; Japanese; Pass) Moreover, we insist that the agreement between you is legally binding …. (Russia; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2007; Russian; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | I recommend that we go to see the theatre in Ginza where "Miss Saigon" is on. (Japan; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 1993; Japanese; Pass) Moreover, we insist that the agreement between you is legally binding so without the consent of United Wheat Shippers you can't release yourself from the obligations to it and my client is not going to give you such consent. (Russia; C1 EFFECTIVE OPERATIONAL PROFICIENCY; 2007; Russian; Pass) |
| Comments | N/A |
