0, 1, 2 Conditionals

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What is a zero conditional?

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A 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 a first conditional?

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

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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. Example: "If you mix red and blue, you get purple."

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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 I study hard, I will pass the exam."

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When do we use zero conditionals?

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We use zero conditionals to express facts, scientific truths, or things that are always true.

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When do we use first conditionals?

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We use first conditionals to talk about possible future events that are likely to happen.

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Complete the sentence: If it __________ (rain), I __________ (stay) home.

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If it rains, I will stay home.

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Complete the sentence: If you __________ (heat) ice, it __________ (melt).

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If you heat ice, it melts.

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What is the difference between zero and first conditionals?

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Zero conditionals express general truths, while first conditionals express specific future possibilities.

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Complete the sentence: If she __________ (not study), she __________ (fail) the test.

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If she doesn't study, she will fail the test.