CONDITIONALS

CONDITIONALS

CONDITIONALS

Conditionals describe the result of a certain condition. The if clause tells you the condition (If you study hard) and the main clause tells you the result (you will pass your exams). The order of the clauses does not change the meaning.

ZERO CONDITIONAL

We use the zero conditional to talk about things that are generally true, especially for laws and rules. If I drink too much coffee, I can't sleep at night. Ice melts if you heat it. When the sun goes down, it gets dark. The structure is: if/when + present simple >> present simple.

FIRST CONDITIONAL

We use the first conditional when we talk about future situations we believe are real or possible.If it doesn't rain tomorrow, we'll go to the beach. Arsenal will be top of the league if they win. When I finish work, I'll call you. In first conditional sentences, the structure is usually: if/when + present simple >> will + infinitive. It is also common to use this structure with unless, as long as, as soon as or in case instead of if. I'll leave as soon as the babysitter arrives. I don't want to stay in London unless I get a well-paid job. I'll give you a key in case I'm not at home. You can go to the party, as long as you're back by midnight.

SECOND CONDITIONAL

EXERCISES

FIRST CONDITIONAL

ZERO CONDITIONAL

SECOND CONDITIONAL

THIRD CONDITIONAL

MIXED CONDITIONAL