The 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 follows the format: 'If + present simple, will + base verb.'

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How do you form the first conditional?

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To form the first conditional, use 'if' followed by a present simple verb, and then 'will' followed by the base form of the verb. Example: 'If it rains, I will stay home.'

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What is the structure of a first conditional sentence?

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The structure is: 'If + present simple clause, will + base verb clause.' Example: 'If you study, you will pass the exam.'

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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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Complete the sentence: If it __________ (not rain), we __________ (go) to the beach.

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If it doesn't rain, we will go to the beach.

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Choose the correct option: If she __________ (invite) me, I __________ (go) to the party.

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If she invites me, I will go to the party.

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What is the negative form of the first conditional?

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The negative form is created by adding 'not' after 'will.' Example: 'If it doesn't rain, we will not stay home.'

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Complete the sentence: If you __________ (not hurry), you __________ (miss) the bus.

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If you don't hurry, you will miss the bus.

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What is an example of a first conditional sentence?

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Example: 'If I finish my homework, I will watch a movie.'

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How do you express certainty in the first conditional?

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You express certainty by using 'will' in the result clause. Example: 'If it snows, we will definitely stay inside.'