The
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
describes situations that have one cause and always the same effect. There is obvious evidence.
The
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
describes situations that have one cause and various possible probabilities. Only one probability will occur, but it is difficult to know which one comes first.
The grammar of the
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
includes WILL + INFINITIVE, and it always involves probabilities.
The meaning of the
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
always describes one cause and one effect, but no probabilities.
DIRECTIONS
Choose FIRST for "first conditional" or ZERO for "zero conditional" in every sentence below according to their meaning.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
Take an umbrella because it is going to rain. The clouds look too dark.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
When you get home, you will find a package with your name on it.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
There are too many peolple standing in line. It is going to take a long time to get in.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
You look really tired. You are going to fall sleep on the desk.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
If you climb that tree, you will fall and break an arm!
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
When you put water in the freezer, it turns to ice.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
The boss will give you permission if you ask her politely.
FIRST
first conditional
ZERO
zero conditional
As soon as you turn on the light, you will discover the surprise I prepared for you.
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