| Element | FORM: SUBJECT + 'BE' + ADJECTIVE + 'TO' + INFINITIVE |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | MODALITY |
| SubCat | adjectives |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | B2 |
| Cando | Can use pronoun or noun + 'be' + adjective + 'to' + (past) infinitive. |
| Corrected Learner Example | They are unlikely to arrive on Friday. (India; B2 VANTAGE; 2008; Hindi; Pass) We are sure to increase our turnover and at least our profit. (Austria; B2 VANTAGE; 2008; German; Pass) Whenever money is involved, some problems are likely to happen. (Spain; B2 VANTAGE; 2000; Spanish - European; Pass) If you see a movie, it is likely to have been made with computers. (Switzerland; B2 VANTAGE; 1999; French; Pass) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | It is clear that we can't live without computers today. (Russia; B2 VANTAGE; 1999; Russian; Pass) It seems obvious that this oil comes from the gas station. (other; B2 VANTAGE; 2008; French; Pass) Computers became part of the human life style because they help us to make our lives easier, but it is clear that we should never depend on machines to handle our lives. (Mexico; B2 VANTAGE; 1999; Spanish - Latin American; Pass) Due to the introduction of a new staff apparaisal form it is crucial that you take part. (Switzerland; B2 VANTAGE; 2010; Swiss German; Pass) It's obvious you can't ride twice a day forty kilometers, unless you're a great sportive. (France; B2 VANTAGE; 1993; French; Pass) It is essential that you know the advantages of our new product in order to sell this bag efficiently. (Germany; B2 VANTAGE; 2005; German; Pass) |
| Comments | N/A |
