Zero & first conditional sentences

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What is a zero conditional sentence?

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A zero conditional sentence is used to express general truths or scientific facts. It is formed using the present simple tense in both the if-clause and the main clause. Example: "If you heat ice, it melts."

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What is a first conditional sentence?

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A first conditional sentence 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 verb in the main clause. Example: "If it rains, I will take an umbrella."

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Complete the sentence: If he __________ to the party, I __________ surprised.

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comes / will be

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Complete the sentence: When you __________ water to 100 degrees Celsius, it __________.

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heat / boils

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Complete the sentence: I __________ a new car if I __________ enough money.

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will buy / have

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Complete the sentence: When you _________ yellow and red, you _________ orange.

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mix / get

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Complete the sentence: I always ______ a jacket when it _______ cold.

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wear / is

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What is the structure of a zero conditional sentence?

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

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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.

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Give an example of a zero conditional sentence.

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"If you mix blue and yellow, you get green."