Will vs Going To: Understanding the Difference | EasyTeaching

The video tutorial explains the differences between using 'will' and 'going to' for future tense in English. It covers their interchangeable use, specific rules for each, and provides examples. 'Will' is used for quick decisions, promises, habits, and refusals, while 'going to' is for prior plans, imminent events, and evidence-based predictions. The tutorial concludes with practice exercises to apply these rules.

Which of the following statements is true about 'will' and 'going to'?

• 'Will' is only used for events that are certain to happen.

• 'Going to' is used for events that are planned or decided beforehand.

• 'Will' is used for events that have already happened.

• Both 'will' and 'going to' can only be used in written English.

In which situation would you most likely use 'will'?

• When discussing a completed action.

• When describing a past event.

• When making a quick decision.

• When talking about a habitual action.

Which example best illustrates the use of 'will' for a promise?

• I will go to the store later.

• I will help you with your homework.

• I will have finished my work by then.

• I will be going to the party.

When is 'going to' typically used?

• For events that are happening right now.

• For events that have already occurred.

• For events that are planned or have strong evidence of occurring.

• For events that are impossible to predict.

Which sentence correctly uses 'going to' for a prior plan?

• I am going to visit my friend next week.

• I am going to have finished my project.

• I am going to be tired yesterday.

• I am going to eat breakfast yesterday.