Grammar Exercise: Will vs. Be Going To

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What action does the speaker intend to take regarding the dirty cup?

  • Throw it away
  • Clean it now (correct)
  • Wash it later
  • Ignore it

What does the speaker plan to do if they don't see the person today?

  • Call them
  • Meet them later
  • Work on an assignment
  • Miss the train (correct)

What will the speaker do if they are short on money for the cab?

  • Lend money from someone
  • Walk home
  • Lend some money (correct)
  • Borrow from a friend

How does the speaker feel about the upcoming football match?

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What is the speaker's plan for next week in Paris?

<p>Be there for work (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the statement 'Slow Down! You're going to fall off your bike' imply about the speaker's intention?

<p>The speaker believes the rider is riding too fast. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase best represents an intention based on a current decision?

<p>Why don't you buy some eggs? (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of prediction is represented by 'You'll fall off your bike'?

<p>A personal opinion based on observation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario depicts a decision already made?

<p>I am going to make a cake. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'I'm bored. Me too, I'll make eggs?' suggest about the speakers?

<p>They both share a state of boredom. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement primarily represents a decision made by the speaker?

<p>I won't eat junk food. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which form correctly represents the 'going to' future tense?

<p>am + going to + verb + complement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is an example of a prediction?

<p>I will sleep a lot. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using 'will' when the speaker says 'Mom will help me with math'?

<p>To state a fact. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options does NOT represent a plan for the near future?

<p>Don't tell my parents I have a bad behavior. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Future Simple Tense

The future simple tense is used to talk about actions or events that will happen in the future.

How to form Future Simple

The future simple tense is formed by using 'will' + the base form of the verb.

Uses of Future Simple Tense

The future simple tense is commonly used to express predictions, promises, spontaneous decisions, and offers. For example, "I will go to the store today" or "I will lend you some money".

Future Simple for Probability

The future simple can be used to express a likely event in the future. For example, "You will see me tomorrow in class".

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Present Continuous for Future Plans

The present continuous tense is used to talk about plans or arrangements in the near future. For example, "I am going to be in Paris for 2 weeks for work".

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Predictions based on opinion

Statements about the future based on personal beliefs or feelings.

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Predictions based on evidence

Statements about the future based on facts and evidence.

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Intentions

Statements about future actions that a person has already decided to take.

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Intentions are not always fixed

Intentions can change based on new information or situations.

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Predictions vs intentions

Predictions and intentions are both statements about the future, but they are based on different things.

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Will (Decision)

Expressing a decision to do something in the future. It emphasizes a choice or intention.

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Will (Prediction)

Expressing a future action that is likely to happen based on current knowledge or belief.

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Will (Promise)

Using "will" to express a promise or commitment to do or not do something.

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Going to (Future Plans)

Used to express a future plan or intention.

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Form of "going to"

The structure for forming a future plan using "going to".

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Study Notes

Grammar Exercise

  • A grammar exercise is presented, asking students to complete sentences using the verbs "will" or "be going to"
  • The exercise involves filling in blanks with appropriate verbs to complete the sentences
  • Example: "1. Have you decided what to do with the fridge? YES, I am going to buy a new one."
  • The exercise provides blanks for students to fill in with either "will" or "be going to"
  • The exercise contains 12 questions with blanks to fill
  • Each question presents a scenario and asks the student to use the correct verb form
  • The correct verb choice is indicated by a check mark next to the completed sentence.

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