| Element | FORM/USE: 'IT' + LINKING VERB + ADJECTIVES + ('THAT') CLAUSE, FOCUS |
|---|---|
| SuperCat | MODALITY |
| SubCat | adjectives |
| Lexical Range | N/A |
| Level | B2 |
| Cando | Can use 'it' + linking verb + adjective + ('that') clause as a focusing device. |
| Corrected 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 appraisal form, it is crucial that you take part. (Switzerland; B2 VANTAGE; 2010; Swiss German; Pass) It's obvious you can't ride forty kilometres twice a day, unless you're very sporty. (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) |
| Uncorrected Learner Example | You are bound to leave for home with plenty of good memories. (Russia; B2 VANTAGE; 2006; Russian; Pass) 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) She was sure to have heard a shot. (Italy; B2 VANTAGE; 1999; Italian; Pass) [Talking about animals in zoos] They're obliged to live in small and unconfortable cages. (Italy; B2 VANTAGE; 1993; Italian; Pass) |
| Comments | N/A |
