English Mastery

Formal Structures: Subjunctive and Question Tags

Pupils learn to choose formal structures, including the subjunctive, and to recognise question tags common in informal speech.

English MasteryadvancedAges 11+40 minutes

What this topic covers

  • Distinguish formal from informal structures.
  • Use the subjunctive, as in 'If I were...'.
  • Recognise question tags such as 'isn't he?'.

Core concept summaries

Key IdeasFormal and Informal StructuresQuestion Tags

Practice formats pupils may meet

NeurofiED uses varied practice to help pupils apply the idea actively, check understanding and build confidence over time.

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