Future Time Reference and Modals

The video tutorial introduces the concept of future time reference, explaining how it differs from future tense. It provides examples using zodiac predictions and discusses various forms and expressions, such as 'will', 'shall', and 'going to', to indicate future events. The use of modal verbs like 'may', 'should', and 'must' for future reference is also covered.

What is the main focus of chapter nine?

• Past tense

• Present tense

• Conditional tense

• Future time reference

How does future time reference differ from future tense?

• It refers to past events

• It is used in present tense to talk about future

• It is only used for predictions

• It is the same as future tense

What is an example of future time reference in zodiac predictions?

• It was going to be a tough week

• It is going to be a tough week

• It is a tough week

• It was a tough week

Which phrase indicates a future time reference?

• You are likely

• You were likely to

• You are likely to

• You were likely

What word is used to make general predictions about the future?

• Could

• Will

• Would

• Might

Which of the following is an example of using 'will' for a promise?

• I will have dinner

• I will read a book

• I will surely help you

• I will go to the market

What is the purpose of using 'will' in future time reference?

• To describe past events

• To make promises and predictions

• To express doubt

• To talk about present actions

What does the phrase 'markets will remain closed on Sunday' indicate?

• A present event

• A past event

• A conditional event

• A future event

What does 'will' indicate when used in a sentence?

• Future action

• Present action

• Conditional action

• Past action

Which sentence shows the use of 'will' for a prediction?

• I will have dinner

• Man will reach Mars soon

• I will read a book

• I will go to the store