This summary presents a classified inventory of the grammatical categories, elements and structures which figure as exponents of the functional and notional categories set out in Chapters 5–7.

Many critics of the original Threshold Level appear to have formed the impression that the functional and notional organisation adopted implied a neglect of grammar. We trust that a representation of grammatical content in a more systematic form than that originally adopted (which alphabetised the presentation for ease of reference) may correct that impression. In fact, the grammatical content is very rich and a learner who was able to exploit fully the resources required for the realisation of the range of functions and, particularly, general notions set out in Chapters 5 and 6 would have progressed well beyond what is to be expected from two years' part-time study. We therefore include some suggestions as to what use a learner can be expected to make of the grammatical resources, productively and receptively, in speech and writing, following the principles set out in the later chapters of the book. The symbol ● is employed in this chapter only to mark categories and exponents similarly marked in Chapter 5–7. It is not implied that all those unmarked are available for both receptive and productive use. Instead, users are recommended to follow the instructions made.

The order of presentation is ascending.