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Which sentence structure accurately represents the zero conditional?
Which sentence structure accurately represents the zero conditional?
- If + past simple, past simple
- If + present simple, will + infinitive
- If + present simple, present simple (correct)
- If + past simple, would + infinitive
In what context is the zero conditional typically used?
In what context is the zero conditional typically used?
- Talking about future possibilities that are unlikely
- Expressing general truths or habits (correct)
- Expressing hypothetical situations in the past
- Describing actions that will happen in the future if a condition is met
What is the correct structure for a first conditional sentence?
What is the correct structure for a first conditional sentence?
- If + past perfect, would have + past participle
- If + present simple, present simple
- If + present simple, will + infinitive (correct)
- If + past simple, would + infinitive
When would you typically use the first conditional?
When would you typically use the first conditional?
If water reaches 100 degrees Celsius, it boils. Which type of conditional is this?
If water reaches 100 degrees Celsius, it boils. Which type of conditional is this?
If it rains tomorrow, I will stay at home. What does this sentence exemplify?
If it rains tomorrow, I will stay at home. What does this sentence exemplify?
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the zero conditional?
Which of the following sentences correctly uses the zero conditional?
Choose the sentence that correctly uses the first conditional.
Choose the sentence that correctly uses the first conditional.
What is the significance of using the present simple in the 'if' clause of both zero and first conditionals?
What is the significance of using the present simple in the 'if' clause of both zero and first conditionals?
What links the zero conditional to the first conditional in terms of usage?
What links the zero conditional to the first conditional in terms of usage?
Which scenario is best described using the zero conditional?
Which scenario is best described using the zero conditional?
Which scenario illustrates the use of the first conditional?
Which scenario illustrates the use of the first conditional?
Which option best completes the following zero conditional sentence: 'If you heat metal,...'?
Which option best completes the following zero conditional sentence: 'If you heat metal,...'?
Select the best ending for this first conditional sentence: 'If she studies hard,...'
Select the best ending for this first conditional sentence: 'If she studies hard,...'
How does changing from zero to first conditional affect the tone of a statement?
How does changing from zero to first conditional affect the tone of a statement?
What distinguishes the certainty of outcome between using a zero versus a first conditional?
What distinguishes the certainty of outcome between using a zero versus a first conditional?
If you don't water plants, they die. / If you don't water plants, they will die. What is the main difference in the implications of these sentences?
If you don't water plants, they die. / If you don't water plants, they will die. What is the main difference in the implications of these sentences?
How would you advise someone to describe a cause-and-effect relationship that is generally true using conditional sentences in English?
How would you advise someone to describe a cause-and-effect relationship that is generally true using conditional sentences in English?
Imagine you want to schedule a meeting based on a colleague's availability next week. Which type of conditional is most appropriate to use when discussing this plan?
Imagine you want to schedule a meeting based on a colleague's availability next week. Which type of conditional is most appropriate to use when discussing this plan?
If you consistently oversleep, what advice, framed as a conditional, reflects a zero conditional outcome?
If you consistently oversleep, what advice, framed as a conditional, reflects a zero conditional outcome?
Flashcards
Zero conditional structure
Zero conditional structure
If + simple present, simple present.
Zero conditional use
Zero conditional use
To express general facts or universal truths.
First conditional structure
First conditional structure
If + simple present, simple future (will).
First conditional use
First conditional use
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Study Notes
- Zero conditional sentence structure: If + simple present, simple present.
- The zero conditional is used to express general facts or universal truths.
- First conditional sentence structure: If + simple present, simple future (will).
- The first conditional is used for possible or probable future situations.
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