Grammar Quiz: First Conditional
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What is the structure of the first conditional?

If + present simple,..., will + infinitive

What are some common uses of the first conditional?

Making predictions or forecasts, expressing future plans or intentions, and giving advice or warnings

What is the rule regarding the placement of the if-clause in the first conditional?

The if-clause can come before or after the main clause

Can other verb forms be used in the if-clause of the first conditional?

<p>Yes, other verb forms such as the imperative or the passive voice can be used</p> Signup and view all the answers

What alternatives are there to the future simple in the main clause of the first conditional?

<p>The future continuous or the future perfect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the verb in the if-clause of the first conditional?

<p>present simple</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the first conditional in the sentence 'If you don't hurry, you will miss the bus.'?

<p>to give advice</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct form of the verb in the main clause of the first conditional?

<p>future simple</p> Signup and view all the answers

Can the word 'will' be used in the if-clause of the first conditional?

<p>no</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of sentence can the first conditional be used in?

<p>both affirmative and negative sentences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using the first conditional in the sentence 'If I study hard, I will pass the exam.'?

<p>to make a prediction</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what type of sentence can the first conditional be used, besides simple sentences?

<p>compound sentences</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the verb tense in the if-clause of the first conditional, even if the sentence is talking about the future?

<p>it remains the present simple</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Form

  • The first conditional is formed using the present simple in the if-clause and the future simple in the main clause.
  • Structure: If + present simple, ..., will + infinitive

Usage

  • Used to talk about future situations that are likely to happen or are planned.
  • Expresses a possible or probable future event or situation.
  • Often used to:
    • Make predictions or forecasts.
    • Express future plans or intentions.
    • Give advice or make warnings.

Grammar Rules

  • The if-clause can come before or after the main clause.
  • When the if-clause comes first, a comma is used to separate the two clauses.
  • The main clause can be a question.
  • The if-clause can contain other verb forms, such as the imperative or the passive voice.
  • The future simple in the main clause can be replaced with other future forms, such as the future continuous or the future perfect.

Form of the First Conditional

  • present simple in the if-clause
  • future simple in the main clause
  • Structure: If + present simple,..., will + infinitive

Usage of the First Conditional

  • talk about future situations that are likely to happen or are planned
  • express possible or probable future events or situations
  • used to:
    • make predictions or forecasts
    • express future plans or intentions
    • give advice or make warnings

Grammar Rules of the First Conditional

  • if-clause can come before or after the main clause
  • comma is used to separate the two clauses when the if-clause comes first
  • main clause can be a question
  • if-clause can contain other verb forms, such as:
    • imperative
    • passive voice
  • future simple in the main clause can be replaced with other future forms, such as:
    • future continuous
    • future perfect

First Conditional Formation

  • Formed using present simple in the if-clause and future simple in the main clause
  • If-clause structure: If + present simple
  • Main clause structure: will + base form of the verb

First Conditional Usage

  • Used to talk about likely future events or plans
  • Expresses a condition or situation likely to occur in the future
  • Used to make predictions, give advice, or make promises
  • Examples:
    • Prediction: If I study hard, I will pass the exam.
    • Advice: If you don't hurry, you will miss the bus.
    • Promise: If you invest in this company, you will make a lot of money.

First Conditional Grammar Rules

  • Verb tense in the if-clause is always present simple, even when discussing the future
  • Verb tense in the main clause is always future simple
  • "Will" is not used in the if-clause
  • Can be used in both affirmative and negative sentences
  • Can be used in both simple and compound sentences
  • Examples:
    • Negative sentence: If it doesn't rain, I will go to the park.
    • Compound sentence: If I study hard and attend all the classes, I will get a good grade.

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