Ex. 1-Noun Clauses after Expressions of Advice and Necessity
Instructions for questions 1-8. Rewrite the sentences using noun clauses. Example: I need to get my driver's license renewed before it expires. It's important that I get my driver's license renewed before it expires.
Instructions for questions 9-12. Use the words in parenthesis to complete the sentences. Example: (carefully, drive, you) I suggest that you drive carefully.
Explanation
1. A noun clause can be used after the following verbs: ask, insist, recommend, suggest, and request.
The receptionist asked that we wait in the lounge. I suggest that you call him as soon as possible. Dentists recommend that you brush your teeth two times a day.
2. A noun clause can be used after the following expressions:
It is advisable that... It is essential that ... It is important that ... It is necessary that... It is urgent that ... It is mandatory that ...
It is important that you change the oil in your car on a regular basis. It is urgent that I speak with her.
You need to see the doctor. It is urgent that ____________.
I want to talk to the professor about my thesis. It is essential that __________________.
Joseph must contact the office as soon as possible. It is urgent that __________________.
You should brush your teeth two times a day. Some dentists insist that ____________________.
Job applicants must have a high school diploma. The company demands that ___________________.
Students must arrive on time for the final exam. It is important that _____________________.
Drivers must wear seat belts. It is mandatory that _______________.
You should have your teeth cleaned regularly by a dental hygienist. It is advisable that ______________________.
(pm., before, I, home, eleven, be ) My parents insist that _____________________.
(plenty, get, of, rest, you) Doctors always recommend that __________________.
(about, decision, carefully, think, this, you) I suggest that ____________________.
(too, don't, much, noise, make, you) We ask that you _____________________.