The key answer of exercise 31
The key to exercise solutions in chapter Workbook 5 - Healthy body and mind for the textbook Performer B1, Vol. 2 with authors Marina Spiazzi, Marina Tavella e Margaret Layton from Zanichelli
Question
Look at the grammar maps and fill in the blanks in the boxes below.
Answer
MODAL VERBS OF ADVICE
Stronger
- had (‘d) better + base form
- had ('d) better + not + base form
USE
To express a strong suggestion
- It's very cold! You'd better put your coat on.
- Example: You had better finish your assignment before the deadline.
Weaker
- ought to + base form
- ought + not + to + base form (very formal)
USE
For advice and suggestions
- You ought to take an aspirin.
- Example: You ought to try the new restaurant downtown.
For opinions about legal questions or obligations
- You ought to enrol the new course by the end of the week
- Example: You ought to comply with the company's policies.
Weaker
- should + base form
- shouldn't (should not) + base form
- should + subject + base form?
USE
To give / ask for advice
- You shouldn't speak like your sister!
- Example: Should I call and reschedule the meeting?
To express a moral obligation, suggestion or personal opinion
- I should do my homework this afternoon.
- Example: I should exercise more regularly for better health.
OTHER EXPRESSIONS FOR GIVING ADVICE
If I were you ...
- To say what you would do in the same situation as the other person - Example: If I were you, I would apologize to mend things.
Imperative
- To give friendly informal advice - Example: Just go for it! You'll never know until you try.
How about + -ing form? & Why don't you ...?
- To make a suggestion - Example: How about we meet for coffee tomorrow?