Unit 5: Zero and First Conditionals: Real Plans

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Zero and First Conditionals: Real Plans

Zero and First Conditionals: Real Plans

Mia’s New Strategy

Mia decides: “If I set Verb – Arrange or fix an alarm, I will catch the train.” Facts and plans—time to use Zero and First Conditionals!

Master Real Conditionals

Zero = facts; First = likely results. Click to explore:

If it rains, Mia gets wet.
Zero: Always true (present + present).
If I wake up early, I catch the bus.
First: Likely future (present + will).
If she tries, she will succeed.
First: Real possibility with effort.

Grammar Summary

Zero Conditional: If + present, present. Universal truths or habits (e.g., “If I run, I sweat”).
First Conditional: If + present, will + base verb. Likely future outcomes (e.g., “If I study, I will pass”).
Note: Can use modals (*can, must*) instead of *will* (e.g., “If I try, I can win”).

Build a Sentence

Drag these to form a First Conditional:

If I set an alarm
I will be late
I will catch the train

Test Your Plans!

1. If it ___ (rain), Mia ___ (stay) home.

2. If I ___ (study), I ___ (pass) the test.

3. Write a Zero Conditional about habits.

Grammar Points: 0

Why This Matters

Real conditionals rule daily life—“If I’m late, I miss out” or “If I try, I’ll win.” They’re your go-to for plans and facts!


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