Will vs going to

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What is the difference between 'will' and 'going to'?

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Both 'will' and 'going to' are used to express future actions, but 'will' is often used for spontaneous decisions or promises, while 'going to' is used for planned actions or intentions.

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When do we use 'will' for future predictions?

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We use 'will' for predictions based on opinions or beliefs, such as 'I think it will rain tomorrow.'

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When do we use 'going to' for future plans?

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We use 'going to' for plans or intentions that have already been decided, such as 'I am going to visit my grandmother next week.'

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How do we form sentences with 'will'?

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We form sentences with 'will' by using 'will' + base form of the verb, e.g., 'I will eat dinner.'

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How do we form sentences with 'going to'?

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We form sentences with 'going to' by using 'am/is/are going to' + base form of the verb, e.g., 'She is going to study for her exam.'

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What is an example of a spontaneous decision using 'will'?

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An example is: 'I will help you with your homework.' This shows a decision made at the moment.

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What is an example of a planned action using 'going to'?

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An example is: 'We are going to watch a movie tonight.' This shows a prior arrangement.

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Can 'will' be used for promises?

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Yes, 'will' is often used to make promises, e.g., 'I will always love you.'

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Can 'going to' be used for predictions?

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Yes, 'going to' can be used for predictions based on present evidence, e.g., 'Look at those clouds! It is going to rain.'

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What is the structure of a negative sentence with 'will'?

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The structure is 'will not' or 'won't' + base form of the verb, e.g., 'I will not go to the party.'