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Which sentence correctly uses a Type 1 conditional to describe a likely future event?
Which sentence correctly uses a Type 1 conditional to describe a likely future event?
- If I will have time, I would visit my grandmother.
- If I would have had time, I visited my grandmother.
- If I have time, I will visit my grandmother. (correct)
- If I had time, I would have visited my grandmother.
What is the function of the 'if clause' in a Type 1 conditional sentence?
What is the function of the 'if clause' in a Type 1 conditional sentence?
- To describe a hypothetical situation that is impossible.
- To state the result that will definitely happen.
- To introduce a condition that needs to be met for a result to occur. (correct)
- To express an action that has already occurred.
Which of the following sentences uses the correct tense in both the 'if clause' and the main clause of a Type 1 conditional?
Which of the following sentences uses the correct tense in both the 'if clause' and the main clause of a Type 1 conditional?
- If he would practice, he will improve his skills.
- If he practiced, he would improve his skills.
- If he will practice, he improves his skills.
- If he practices, he will improve his skills. (correct)
In what situation would you use 'may' or 'might' instead of 'will' in the main clause of a Type 1 conditional sentence?
In what situation would you use 'may' or 'might' instead of 'will' in the main clause of a Type 1 conditional sentence?
Complete the following Type 1 conditional sentence: If they recycle more,...
Complete the following Type 1 conditional sentence: If they recycle more,...
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Conditional Sentence
Conditional Sentence
A sentence that describes a condition and its result.
Type 1 Conditional
Type 1 Conditional
Describes real situations that may happen in the future.
Structure of Type 1 Conditional
Structure of Type 1 Conditional
'If' clause uses present simple; main clause uses 'will' + base verb.
Using May/Might
Using May/Might
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Key Point: If Clause
Key Point: If Clause
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Study Notes
Conditional Sentences: Type 1
- Conditional sentences describe a condition (what must happen) and a result (what happens if that condition is met).
- Type 1 conditionals are about real-world situations that could happen in the future.
Structure of a Type 1 Conditional
- If Clause (Condition): Uses the present simple tense.
- Example: If you press that button...
- Main Clause (Result): Uses "will" + base verb to describe the future result.
- Example: ...the door will open.
- Formula: If + simple present tense, will + base verb.
Examples
- Example 1: If you study, you will pass the test.
- Condition: You studying.
- Result: Passing the test.
- Example 2: If it rains, we will stay inside.
- Condition: Raining.
- Result: Staying inside.
Uncertainty in Results
- Use "may" or "might" instead of "will" if the result is not certain.
- Example: If you exercise more, you might lose weight. (Possible, but not definite).
Key Points
- Use present simple in the "if clause" (the condition). Incorrect: If he will work hard. Correct: If he works hard.
- Use will, may, or might in the main clause (the result).
Practice Exercises
- If you eat healthy food, you will feel better.
- If she studies, she will pass the exam.
- If it rains, we will not go to the park.
Practical Application
- This grammar is useful for talking about future possibilities, predictions, plans, and advice in everyday English.
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Description
Learn about type 1 conditional sentences, which describe real-world situations that could happen in the future. These sentences include an 'if' clause (condition) using the present simple tense. The main clause (result) uses 'will' + base verb to describe the future result.
