FIRST CONDITIONAL

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What is the first conditional?

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The first conditional is a grammatical structure used to talk about real and possible situations in the future. It typically uses 'if' + present simple, followed by 'will' + base form of the verb.

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When do we use the first conditional?

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We use the first conditional to express a possible future event that is likely to happen if a certain condition is met.

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What is the structure of a first conditional sentence?

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The structure is: If + present simple, will + base verb. Example: If it rains, I will stay home.

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Give an example of a first conditional sentence.

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If I study hard, I will pass the exam.

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What does 'if' indicate in a first conditional sentence?

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'If' indicates the condition that must be met for the result to happen.

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What is the result clause in a first conditional sentence?

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The result clause is the part of the sentence that describes what will happen if the condition is met. Example: 'I will get good grades' in 'If I do my homework, I will get good grades'.

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Can the order of clauses in a first conditional sentence be changed?

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Yes, the order can be changed. Example: 'I will stay home if it rains' is also correct.

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What is a common mistake when using the first conditional?

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A common mistake is using the past tense instead of the present tense in the 'if' clause. Example: Incorrect: 'If it rained, I will stay home.' Correct: 'If it rains, I will stay home.'

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What is the difference between the first conditional and the zero conditional?

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The first conditional is used for real future situations, while the zero conditional is used for general truths or facts. Example of zero conditional: 'If you heat ice, it melts.'

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How do you form negative sentences in the first conditional?

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To form a negative sentence, use 'if' + present simple, followed by 'will not' + base verb. Example: 'If it doesn't rain, I will go for a walk.'