a **Noun Clause Object — Would Rather © We use would rather + base to show what the subject prefers for him/herself. When the doer of the preferred action is different from the subject of would rather, we use the noun clause with the subjunctive. Examples & Exercises: Rewrite each of the following sentences using would rather and a noun clause. 1. If I could decide, it would be better for you not to quit your job right now. = Lwould rather that you not quit your job right now 2 If John could decide, it would be better for his sister to continue her education. = John would rather that his sister continue her education 3. If I could decide, it would be better for my mother to take vitamins. 4. If Maria could decide, it would be better for her brother to get married soon, 5. If I could decide, it would be better for you not to buy this house. 6. If I could decide, it would be better for the class to go on a field trip. =