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The Second Conditional:

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The second conditional uses the past simple after if, then ‘would’ and the infinitive:

  • Example: if + past simple, …would + infinitive

When do you use the second conditional?

Typically it is use to talk about things in the future that will probably not happen.

For example:

  • If I won the lottery, I would travel the world
  • If I played hockey as a kid, I would have made it to the NHL

Also, we can use it to talk about something in the present that seems impossible.

For example:

  • If I were you, I would go to the gym more.
  • If I had a gym membership, I would go to the gym everyday!

 

The difference between these two examples is that in the second examples these sentences are a lot more unlikely to actually happen.

Second Conditional Quiz:

Practice: Complete the following sentences use the second conditional.

The Power of Innovation: Shaping Tomorrow’s Landscape

In today’s ever-evolving world, innovation is prevalent, driving societies towards progress. It occurs to us that to fit new ideas in, we need not sacrifice the tried-and-true; instead, we can embrace out-of-the-box thinking to frame challenges as opportunities. However, this shouldn’t happen at the cost of the bottom line.

Thinking doable/viable innovations enables us to reshape industries and enrich lives. Collaborative environments, with diverse perspectives, further fuel innovative thinking, leading to inclusive and far-reaching outcomes. From revolutionary medical breakthroughs to sustainable energy solutions, innovation permeates every facet of our lives.

In conclusion, innovation emerges as the catalyst propelling us into the future. Our ability to embrace novel ideas, collaborate across diverse perspectives, and envision out-of-the-box solutions shapes the trajectory of progress. By fostering a culture of viable and inclusive innovation, we ensure a world where positive change is not just a possibility but a prevailing reality.

The Power of Innovation Quiz

Choose the correct words from the list below to complete the sentences. Some words may be used more than once.


GRAMMAR EXERCISE 1:

Rewrite the sentences using the present perfect:


GRAMMAR EXERCISE 2:

Formulate questions using the prompts:

First Conditional!

We use the first conditional when we want to talk about future events, conditions, or situations we think are real or possible. It is an important tense to use because there is always a possibility that a condition will or will not happen! Think of the first conditional like a statement with two parts – a hypothesis (the if statement), and a conclusion (the then statement). Some examples of the first conditional include:

  • If you don’t bring an umbrella outside, you will get wet!
  • If they are late again, I will be quite annoyed.
  •  If Dad doesn’t have dessert tonight, he definitely will eat something sweet tomorrow.
  •  What will you do if I miss the plane?
  • Who will call her if her phone breaks?
  • If he finishes school early, we will go to a restaurant for lunch.

 

Hint: Notice how the use of the first conditional typically
consists of “if” + present simple verb in the condition
clause and “will” + base form of the verb in the result
clause.

Now, you try!

First Conditional Quiz 1

Among these four options, choose the correct one to complete the sentences.

First Conditional Quiz 2

Fill In The Blank with the correct form of the verbs:

Now you can see the importance of the first conditional.
Though it may seem hard at first, It will become much
easier if you practice it more. See what we did there? A
little first conditional sentence to send you off on your
merry way. Keep up the good work!