''Be going to'' vs. ''Will''

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What is the difference between 'will' and 'is going to'?

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Both 'will' and 'is going to' are used to express future intentions or predictions. 'Will' is often used for spontaneous decisions or promises, while 'is going to' is used for planned actions or predictions based on current evidence.

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When do we use 'will' for predictions?

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We use 'will' for predictions when we believe something will happen in the future without any evidence. For example, 'It will rain tomorrow.'

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When do we use 'is going to' for predictions?

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We use 'is going to' for predictions when there is evidence or a plan in place. For example, 'Look at those dark clouds; it is going to rain.'

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How do you form a sentence using 'will'?

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To form a sentence using 'will', use the structure: Subject + will + base form of the verb. For example, 'I will study for the exam.'

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How do you form a sentence using 'is going to'?

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To form a sentence using 'is going to', use the structure: Subject + is/am/are going to + base form of the verb. For example, 'She is going to visit her grandmother.'

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What is an example of a spontaneous decision using 'will'?

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An example of a spontaneous decision is: 'I will help you with your homework.' This indicates a decision made at the moment.

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What is an example of a planned action using 'is going to'?

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An example of a planned action is: 'We are going to have a picnic this weekend.' This indicates a prior arrangement.

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Can 'will' be used for promises?

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Yes, 'will' can be used to make promises. For example, 'I will always support you.'

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Can 'is going to' be used for future intentions?

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Yes, 'is going to' can express future intentions, especially when there is a plan. For example, 'I am going to start exercising next week.'

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What is the negative form of 'will'?

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The negative form of 'will' is 'will not' or 'won't'. For example, 'I will not go to the party.'