S + WOULD RATHER + S + SUBJUNCTIVEA. “IT’S SILLY OF YOU TO WORRY SO...

2. S + would rather + S + subjunctive

a. “It’s silly of you to worry so much!” Helen answered, laughing.

“ If only you………..

b. What a pity he didn’t spend more time revising.

If only……….

c. Would you mind not smoking in here?

I’d rather……….

d. You should admit that you’re to blame, not try to conceal it.

………..

e. I would prefer you not to smoke in here.

………

f. I don’t want you to smoke in here.

g. Please don’t interupt me when I am speaking.

……….

h. Please don’t tell him.

i. I would prefer you to deliver the sofa on Saturday.