Zero and First Conditionals

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What is the Zero Conditional?

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The Zero Conditional is used to express general truths or facts. It is formed using the present simple tense in both the if-clause and the main clause. Example: 'If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it boils.'

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What is the First Conditional?

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The First Conditional is used to talk about real and possible situations in the future. It is formed using 'if' + present simple in the if-clause and 'will' + base form of the verb in the main clause. Example: 'If it rains, I will take an umbrella.'

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When do we use the Zero Conditional?

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We use the Zero Conditional to state facts or situations that are always true, such as scientific facts or general truths.

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When do we use the First Conditional?

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We use the First Conditional to discuss possible future events that are likely to happen if a certain condition is met.

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Complete the sentence: If you ___ too many calories, you put on weight.

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eat

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Complete the sentence: Plants die if they ___ enough water.

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don't get

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Complete the sentence: If the weather is fine tomorrow, ............

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we will go on a picnic.

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Identify the type of conditional: If you go to England, you'll learn English.

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First Conditional

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Complete the sentence: Some dogs bite if they ___ scared.

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are

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What is the structure of the Zero Conditional?

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The structure is: If + present simple, present simple.