Future Simple Form Clauses

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What is the base form of the main verb used in the formation of Future Simple?

  • past participle
  • present perfect
  • past simple
  • base form of the main verb (correct)

What is the function of Future Simple in the sentence 'I'll meet you at 7 pm'?

  • making a promise
  • talking about a decision made at the moment of speaking (correct)
  • predicting the future based on present evidence
  • giving advice

Which time expression is often used with Future Simple?

  • last year
  • last week
  • tomorrow (correct)
  • yesterday

What is the main difference between Future Simple and Future Continuous?

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What is the function of Future Simple in the sentence 'It'll rain tomorrow, look at those clouds'?

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Study Notes

Future Form Clauses: Future Simple

Formation:

  • Formed using the auxiliary verb "will" + base form of the main verb
  • Negative form: will not (won't) + base form of the main verb
  • Question form: will + subject + base form of the main verb

Uses:

  • Talking about decisions made at the moment of speaking
    • "I'll meet you at 7 pm."
  • Predicting the future based on present evidence
    • "It'll rain tomorrow, look at those clouds."
  • Making promises or offers
    • "I'll help you with your homework."
  • Giving advice or instructions
    • "You'll need to take an umbrella."

Time Expressions:

  • Used with time expressions like:
    • tomorrow
    • next week
    • in a year
    • soon
    • later

Contrast with Other Future Forms:

  • Future Simple is used for unplanned actions, whereas Future Continuous is used for planned actions
  • Future Simple is used for predictions, whereas Future Perfect is used for completed actions

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