Time Clauses

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What is a time clause?

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A time clause is a dependent clause that indicates when something happens, often introduced by conjunctions like 'when', 'after', 'before', 'as soon as', etc.

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What is the function of 'unless' in a sentence?

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'Unless' is a conjunction used to introduce a condition that must be met for the main clause to be true. It means 'if not'.

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How do you form a future intention using 'will'?

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To express a future intention, use 'will' followed by the base form of the verb (e.g., 'I will help you').

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What is the difference between 'will' and 'going to' for future plans?

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'Will' is often used for spontaneous decisions, while 'going to' is used for plans made before the moment of speaking.

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What is a conditional sentence?

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A conditional sentence expresses a condition and its result, often using 'if' or 'unless'.

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What does 'as soon as' indicate in a time clause?

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'As soon as' indicates that one action will happen immediately after another action.

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What is the structure of a first conditional sentence?

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The first conditional structure is: 'If + present simple, will + base verb' (e.g., 'If it rains, I will stay home').

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What is the structure of a second conditional sentence?

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The second conditional structure is: 'If + past simple, would + base verb' (e.g., 'If I had a car, I would drive to work').

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What is the structure of a third conditional sentence?

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The third conditional structure is: 'If + past perfect, would have + past participle' (e.g., 'If I had known, I would have come').

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What is the role of conjunctions in time clauses?

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Conjunctions like 'when', 'after', 'before', and 'until' connect the time clause to the main clause, indicating the timing of the actions.