FUTURE SIMPLE (BE GOING TO)

Future Simple (will)
(be + going to)

​Be + Going To

​Be + Going To is used for planned actions or predictions based on evidence.

Structure: Subject + am/is/are + going to + base verb

​Uses

1. Used for plans made before speaking:
   Example: I am going to visit my grandparents this weekend.

2. Used for predictions based on evidence:
   Example: Look at those clouds! It is going to rain soon.

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Multiple Choice

What is "be + going to" used for?

• Immediate decisions

• Plans made earlier or predictions with evidence

• Talking about the past

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses "be + going to" correctly?

• Look at the sky! It is going to rain.

• I am going to finish my work later (decision made now).

• She is going to will leave at 5 PM.

Multiple Choice

If someone says, "I am going to buy a car," when was the decision made?

• At the moment of speaking

• Before speaking

​Examples:

Future Simple:

1. I will finish my homework tomorrow.

2. She will travel to Dubai next month.

3. We will not (won’t) be late for the party.

Be + Going To:

1. He is going to buy a new phone.

2. They are going to move to a new house.

3. I am not going to attend the meeting tomorrow.

Multiple Choice

What is "will" used for?

• Promises and immediate decisions

• Actions in the past

• Planned events

Multiple Choice

Which sentence uses "will" correctly?

• I will visit Paris next month. (decision made now)

• I will be a doctor because my parents planned it.

• I will going to see you tomorrow.

Multiple Choice

If someone says, "I will help you," when is the decision made?

• Before speaking

• At the moment of speaking

​Difference Between "Will" and "Be + Going To"

1. "Will"

• Used for spontaneous decisions, promises, and predictions without evidence.

• Key Points:

  • Decision made at the moment of speaking.

  • No prior planning or evidence.

Examples:

1. I will help you with your homework. (Spontaneous decision)

2. It will snow tomorrow. (Prediction without evidence)

3. I will call you later. (Promise)

​Be + Going To"

• Used for planned actions and predictions based on evidence.

• Key Points:

  • Decision was made before speaking.

  • Clear evidence for the prediction.

Examples:

1. I am going to visit my grandparents this weekend. (Planned action)

2. Look at those clouds! It is going to rain soon. (Prediction with evidence)

Multiple Choice

Which modal is used for spontaneous decisions?

• Will

• Be + Going To

Multiple Choice

Which modal is used for predictions with evidence?

• Will

• Be + Going To

Multiple Choice

Which of these is a planned event?

• I will call my mom later.

• I am going to visit my aunt this weekend.

Multiple Choice

Choose the correct option:
"Look at those dark clouds! It ______ rain soon."

• will

• is going to

Multiple Choice

Which sentence shows a promise?

• I will bring your book tomorrow.

• I am going to bring your book tomorrow.

​Summary Table

Aspect	Will	Be + Going To
Decision Timing	Made at the moment of speaking.	Made before speaking (planned).
Predictions	Based on no evidence.	Based on clear evidence.
Promises/Offers	Used to make promises and offers.	Not used for promises or offers.
Example Sentence	I will call you later.	I am going to meet Sarah tomorrow.

Multiple Choice

Part 2: True or False

"Will" is used for decisions made on the spot.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

Be + going to" is used for unplanned actions.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

"Will" can express a promise.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

"Be + going to" is used for predictions with evidence.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Multiple Choice

"Will" is used for actions in the past.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Poll

How well do you understand the difference between 'will' and 'be + going to' after today's lesson?

• I understand it completely.

• I understand most of it.

• I need some clarification.

• I am still confused.