C2 C2 Grammar and Language Use 1

Question 1

Which sentence uses the subjunctive mood correctly?

Accepted Answer

It is vital that she be informed at once.

Answer

The subjunctive 'be' is used in formal that-clauses following verbs like 'vital', 'essential', or 'demand'.

Question 2

Choose the sentence that correctly uses an inverted conditional:

Accepted Answer

Had he called, I would have answered.

Answer

'Had he called' is the correct inversion of the third conditional 'If he had called'.

Question 3

Which option correctly completes the sentence: 'Not until she arrived _____ the truth'?

Accepted Answer

did she learn

Answer

When a negative adverbial phrase like 'not until' begins a sentence, subject-auxiliary inversion is required.

Question 4

Identify the correct use of a cleft sentence:

Accepted Answer

It was John who broke the vase.

Answer

A cleft sentence uses 'It + be + focused element + relative clause' to emphasize a particular part.

Question 5

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of a nominalized structure?

Accepted Answer

The company's decision to expand its operations surprised analysts.

Answer

Nominalization converts the verb 'decided' into the noun phrase 'decision', which is a hallmark of formal academic writing.

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