Understanding Conditionals in English Grammar

In this video, Lucy provides a comprehensive lesson on the four conditionals in English grammar: zero, first, second, and third conditionals. She explains each type with examples, highlighting their structures and uses. The lesson includes a downloadable PDF with a quiz to reinforce learning. Lucy also shares additional resources for improving vocabulary and listening skills.

What is the main purpose of the lesson on conditionals?

• To introduce new vocabulary

• To clarify doubts about conditionals

• To learn about British culture

• To practice pronunciation

Which of the following best describes the zero conditional?

• It talks about future possibilities

• It describes general truths

• It gives advice

• It imagines past situations

In a zero conditional sentence, what tense are the verbs in?

• Past simple

• Present simple

• Present continuous

• Future simple

What is the structure of a first conditional sentence?

• If + past perfect, would have + past participle

• If + present simple, will + infinitive

• If + past simple, would + infinitive

• If + present continuous, will + infinitive

Which modal verb can be used in the main clause of a first conditional sentence to express a recommendation?

• Might

• Could

• Should

• Shall

What does the second conditional typically describe?

• General truths

• Past events

• Real future events

• Hypothetical situations

In the second conditional, which form is often used instead of 'I was'?

• I am

• I were

• I will be

• I had been

What is the structure of a third conditional sentence?

• If + present simple, will + infinitive

• If + past simple, would + infinitive

• If + past perfect, would have + past participle

• If + present continuous, will + infinitive

Which conditional is used to talk about past situations that did not happen?

• First conditional

• Zero conditional

• Third conditional

• Second conditional

What is the main focus of the third conditional?

• Giving advice

• Imaginary past results

• General truths

• Future possibilities