First or second conditional?
Put the verb in the correct form to complete each sentence.
1. If global warming continues, temperatures will rise (rise) even higher.
2. What would you do if you _______________ a million dollars? (win)
3. If people stopped using cars completely, there _______ much less pollution. (be)
4. When it __________ again, I won't forget to bring my umbrella. (rain)
5. If I spoke English fluently, I ______________ to take lessons. (not/need)
7. Tom will be at the party tonight. If I see him, I __________ hello. (say)
8. If it _____________ so much in England, you wouldn't see so many umbrellas. (not/rain)
9. I ____________ you when I get home. (call)
10. Where _____________ when you move out of your flat? (you/live)
11. If you _____________ choose any company, which company would you like to work for? (can)
Study each situation and complete the sentence below. Decide whether to use a first or second
conditional structure.
1. According to the weather forecast there is a chance of snow tomorrow.
If it (snow), I (need) to buy a pair of gloves.
2. Patrick is deciding whether to go to France or Spain on his next holiday.
If Patrick (go) to Spain, he (be) very satisfied.
3. John works 12 hours a day.
If John (not/be) so busy, he (have) more time for his family.
4. Kate is out of work, but she goes shopping every day.
If Kate (continue) to go shopping, she (run out) of money.
5. It is a sunny day with clear blue skies.
If it (rain), I (need) an umbrella.
6. Anne's boss is very demanding.
If Anne's boss (not/be) so demanding, she (not/be) so stressed.
7. Daniel has an exam tomorrow.
If Daniel (pass) his exam, he (celebrate) with his friends.
9. Derek doesn't have a car. It takes him an hour to get to work.
If Derek (have) a car, it (not/take) him so long to get to work.
10. The Olympic Games are held every four years.
If the Olympics (be) held every year, they (not/be) so interesting.