First Conditional and Weather Lecture Notes

Practice questions about the usage, grammar rules, and examples of the first conditional as presented in the lecture notes.

When should the first conditional be used?

To talk about things that might happen in the future.

What kind of situations does the first conditional describe?

It describes things that could easily come true.

How does the first conditional differ from the zero conditional?

The zero conditional describes a general situation, while the first conditional describes a particular situation.

What are the two main tenses used in the first conditional?

Simple present and will.

Can you change the order of the clauses in first conditional sentences?

Yes.

What is the negative of the word "will"?

won't

In the example "If it rains,", what is the resulting main clause?

I won't go to the concert.

In the example "If she has enough money,", what is the resulting main clause?

she'll buy some new shoes.

According to the transcript, we'll be late if what happens to the train?

if the train is delayed.

According to the transcript, why won't he finish?

if he doesn't hurry up.