Zero and First Conditional Quiz

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What type of situations does the zero conditional primarily describe?

  • Specific one-time events
  • General truths or habitual situations (correct)
  • Unlikely possibilities
  • Probable future events

Which structure is correct for the main clause in a first conditional sentence?

  • Will + base form of the verb (correct)
  • Simple present tense
  • Present perfect tense
  • Past continuous tense

In the zero conditional, what tense is used in both clauses?

  • Past tense
  • Future tense
  • Present continuous tense
  • Simple present tense (correct)

Which of the following sentences correctly exemplifies the first conditional?

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Which sentence demonstrates the correct use of the zero conditional?

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What can be inferred about the if-clause in a first conditional sentence?

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Which sentence is true about the zero conditional?

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What is a key characteristic of the first conditional?

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Which of the following is not true regarding the zero conditional?

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In the first conditional, which structure would indicate a possibility that is not certain?

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What is the zero conditional?

The zero conditional describes a general truth or a habitual situation. The action in the if-clause always results in the action in the main clause.

What tenses are used in the zero conditional?

The zero conditional uses the simple present tense in both the if-clause and the main clause.

Give an example of a zero conditional sentence.

An example of a zero conditional sentence is: If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it boils.

What does the first conditional describe?

The first conditional discusses a possible future event and its likely consequence. The if-clause expresses a condition and the main clause describes the probable result if that condition is met.

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What tenses are used in the first conditional?

The if-clause uses the simple present tense, and the main clause uses will + base form of the verb.

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Give an example of a first conditional sentence.

An example of a first conditional sentence is: If it rains tomorrow, I will stay home.

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What is the key takeaway of the first conditional?

The first conditional highlights a possible future outcome. It's not a guess, but describes something that might happen if a specific condition arises.

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Can the first conditional refer to unlikely possibilities?

The if-clause can refer to unlikely possibilities, even if the condition is still possible. For example: If I have enough money, I will visit Japan.

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What other verbs can be used in the first conditional?

The first conditional uses will and may also use other modal verbs like might, could, or should.

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What is the difference between the first conditional and a prediction?

The first conditional is a way to express a possible outcome, but it doesn't guarantee that the event will actually happen.

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Study Notes

Zero Conditional

  • The zero conditional describes a general truth or a habitual situation. The action in the if-clause always results in the action in the main clause.
  • The structure uses the simple present tense in both clauses.
  • Example: If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it boils.
  • Examples of other uses:
    • If you mix red and blue, you get purple.
    • If it rains, the ground gets wet.
    • If plants don't get enough water, they die.
  • It's crucial to note that the zero conditional isn't about a specific, one-time event. Instead it expresses a general rule.

First Conditional

  • The first conditional discusses a possible future event and its likely consequence. The if-clause expresses a condition and the main clause describes the probable result if that condition is met.
  • The if-clause uses the simple present tense, and the main clause uses will + base form of the verb.
  • Example: If it rains tomorrow, I will stay home.
  • Example using will + be verb (modal): If she scores 90%, she will be happy.
  • Example with other modal verbs (possible but not certain): If he works hard, he might get a promotion.
  • Examples where the result is very likely; the speaker clearly thinks it is probable:
    • If you study hard, you will pass the exam.
    • If I win the lottery, I will buy a new house.
  • Possible if-clauses can refer to unlikely possibilities, even though the condition is still possible:
    • If I have enough money, I will visit Japan.
  • Key takeaway: The first conditional highlights a possible future outcome. It isn't a guess, but rather, describes something that might happen in the future if specified condition arises.

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