Generalisation+and+Caution


 * Generalisation and Caution **
 * __Explanation:__** A generalisation is a general statement opinion that is based on only a few facts or examples.

Examples: They //generally tend to share// very similar tastes in music and clothes. Middle-class people //have a tendency to be// more individualistic. Young people //are much more inclined to challenge// authority than in the past. 2. Uncertain generalisations __**
 * __ 1. True in most cases __**
 * ** Form ** || ** Points to note ** ||
 * To tend (not) to DO… || This is a very common pattern in both written and spoken styles. ||
 * To have a tendency to DO… || Mainly used about people, rather than things. More common in written style than in spoken style. ||
 * To be inclined to DO… || This is probably more often used to make critical comments. ||
 * __
 * ** Concept ** || ** Form ** || ** Points to note ** ||

I think but I’m not sure

|| seem to DO… to be DOING…

appear to DO… to be DOING…

perhaps || The simple infinitive (to DO) is used to describe fixed habits, unchanging habits/situations.

The continuous infinitive (to be DOING) is used to describe changing habits/situations.

Perhaps can be placed at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence. ||

Examples: Fat people //appear to// enjoy life more than thin people. A large number of children //seems to be// overweight.

Source: Course pack for the department of Commerce, Fianance and Shipping. Set 2