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Zero Conditionals
Understand basics of zero conditionals
Question | Answer |
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Which verb tense do you use for a zero conditional sentence? | Simple present tense |
Which word is usually used at the beginning of an 'if' clause? | the word 'if' |
Which other word can be used instead of 'if' | the word 'when' |
When do we use zero conditional sentences? | To express a general truth |
When should we use a comma? | If a conditional sentence begins with an 'if' clause, it is punctuated by a comma to separate from the following main clause. |
Is the following sentence a zero conditional statement? If I had enough money I would go on holiday? | No - it's expressing a wish not a truth. |
Is the following question a zero conditional question? If you work hard you earn more money. | Yes - it's true. We don't know who is saying it but it could be a general truth whether you believe it or not! |
Is the following a zero conditional statement? When you mix red paint with blue paint, you get purple. | Yes it is. Quite often zero conditionals are used to express scientifically proven facts. |
How many clauses in this sentence? You get hot when you sit close to the fire. | Two |