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What is the 2nd conditional used for?

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The 2nd conditional is used to talk about hypothetical or unreal situations in the present or future.

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How is the 2nd conditional structure formed?

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The structure is: If + past simple, would + base form of the verb.

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Provide an example of a 2nd conditional sentence.

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If I had a million dollars, I would travel the world.

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What is the past simple form of 'to be' used in the 2nd conditional?

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The past simple form of 'to be' is 'were' for all subjects.

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What is the difference between the 2nd conditional and the 1st conditional?

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The 1st conditional is used for real situations, while the 2nd conditional is for unreal or hypothetical situations.

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Complete the sentence: If I __________ (know) the answer, I __________ (tell) you.

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If I knew the answer, I would tell you.

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What is the meaning of 'hypothetical' in the context of the 2nd conditional?

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Hypothetical means something that is not real or true but is imagined for the sake of discussion.

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In the sentence 'If she were taller, she would play basketball,' what does 'were' indicate?

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'Were' indicates a hypothetical situation that is not true.

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Can 'would' be used in the 'if' clause of a 2nd conditional sentence?

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No, 'would' should not be used in the 'if' clause; it should be in the main clause.

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What is the correct form: If I __________ (be) you, I __________ (take) that job.

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If I were you, I would take that job.