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What does a conditional sentence express?
What does a conditional sentence express?
- A command that must be followed.
- A general truth that is always applicable.
- An event that will occur under specific conditions. (correct)
- A statement about the past that cannot change.
In the example 'If it rains, the picnic will be cancelled,' what does the second part of the sentence indicate?
In the example 'If it rains, the picnic will be cancelled,' what does the second part of the sentence indicate?
- The condition needed for the picnic.
- An alternative outcome to the condition.
- The result that will happen if the condition is met. (correct)
- An unrelated statement about the weather.
Which form should be used when the verb in the conditional clause is 'to be'?
Which form should be used when the verb in the conditional clause is 'to be'?
- is
- was
- were (correct)
- be
Which of the following is an example of a conditional sentence?
Which of the following is an example of a conditional sentence?
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What is the role of the subordinate clause in a conditional sentence?
What is the role of the subordinate clause in a conditional sentence?
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Study Notes
Definition of Conditional Sentences
- Conditional sentences express events that will happen given specific conditions.
- Example: "If it rains, the picnic will be cancelled."
- The subordinate clause (often called the "if clause") presents the condition, while the main clause states the result.
Types of Conditional Sentences
- When the verb in the conditional clause is "to be," it should always be in the singular form "were."
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