Conditional Sentences

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What is a conditional sentence?

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A conditional sentence expresses a condition and its result, often using 'if' to introduce the condition.

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What are the three main types of conditional sentences?

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1. Zero Conditional: General truths (If + present simple, present simple). 2. First Conditional: Real future possibilities (If + present simple, will + base verb). 3. Second Conditional: Hypothetical situations (If + past simple, would + base verb).

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What is the structure of a Zero Conditional sentence?

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If + present simple, present simple (e.g., If you heat ice, it melts).

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What is the structure of a First Conditional sentence?

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If + present simple, will + base verb (e.g., If it rains, I will stay home).

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What is the structure of a Second Conditional sentence?

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If + past simple, would + base verb (e.g., If I had a car, I would drive to work).

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What is the purpose of using the Zero Conditional?

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To express general truths or scientific facts that are always true.

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What is the purpose of using the First Conditional?

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To talk about real and possible future situations.

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What is the purpose of using the Second Conditional?

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To discuss hypothetical or unreal situations in the present or future.

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In a First Conditional sentence, what verb form follows 'if'?

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The present simple tense.

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In a Second Conditional sentence, what verb form follows 'if'?

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The past simple tense.