It: introductory object

Introduction and Practice

find/think/make + to infinitive •  I find it difficult to talk to

you. •  I thought it ridiculous to

see Halloween costumes for Pets.

•  So many injuries made it impossible to win the match.

find/think/make + that clause •  I find it strange that she

hasn’t written. •  I think it ridiculous that

pet owners buy costumes for their pets.

•  He made it clear that he didn’t want to come.

“It” here is followed by an adjective! INCORRECT: *”I find ridiculous that…”

would love/appreciate it if... •  I would love it if they

could come to the dinner. •  I would appreciate it if

you told me in advance.

hate/like... it when

•  I like it when she arrives early.

•  I hate it when people smoke in my house.

Practice

Make true sentences about yourself.

IT: INTRODUCTORY OBJECTY

1.  When I was a child, I found it surprising that... 2.  I find it sad that... 3.  I consider it a privilege to... 4.  My parents always made it clear that...