ESO 4: SECOND CONDITIONAL

Remember the second conditional is used to talk about ‘unreal’ or impossible things. It’s not important which clause comes first. Example:

If I had more time, I would go to the gym. (but I have no time)

If you did more exercise, you would feel better. (but I don't do more exercise)

I would call Mary if I had her phone number. (but I don't have it)

Remember you need to use a comma when you start the sentence with the if-clause.

If you use the verb to be in the past simple, we use 'were' not 'was' no matter which subject you have.

If I were you, I would try harder. 

Second Conditional: exercise 1

Second Conditional: exercise 2

Second Conditional: exercise 3
Second Conditional: exercise 4

ESO3 -ED or -ING?

Are you confused? Is this confusing? If you never know which one to use, have a look at the grammar rules and then do the exercises.




Many adjectives in English can end in -ED or -ING.

An adjective that ends in -ING is used to describe: the characteristic of a person or a thing.

An adjective that ends in -ED is used to describe: a feeling.

Compare the difference:

• My girlfriend is bored. - (My girlfriend feels bored)
• My girlfriend is boring. - (My girlfriend is a boring person)

You can use these adjectives to describe people or situations. 

Of course, you could also find both adjectives in the same sentence. 

Examples:

• I was shocked by how shocking the accident was last night.
• They were frightened by the frightening roller-coaster ride!
• I am annoyed by how annoying that person in front of us is.
• Sally was confused by the confusing street signs in the city.

Now try with these exercises. If you feel you need more practice, tell me.

-ed or -ing? 1 (http://www.englishexercises.org/)
-ed or -ing? 2 (http://www.englishexercises.org/)
-ed or -ing? 3 (http://www.englishexercises.org/)
-ed or -ing? 4 (http://www.englishexercises.org/)

GERUND VS INFINITIVE GAME

ING gerunds vs. infinitive game

BEGINNERS: INFINITIVES OR GERUNDS?

 The most common uses of the infinitive are:

1. After certain verbs, e.g. decide, would like, etc.

              I decided to study hard for my exams.
              I would like to travel around the world.


2. After adjectives.

              It is difficult to understand.
              It is not easy to get up early on Mondays.

3. To indicate purpose.

              We use a camera to take photos.
              We study a lot to pass all the exams.


The most common uses of the gerund are:

1. After certain verbs, e.g. love, don't mind, spend (time)

             She spent hours chatting with her friends.
             I love reading.

2. As the subject of a sentence.

              Smoking is bad for your health.
              Pointing at people is rude.

3. After prepositions.

             He is really good at dancing.
             Turn off the lights before leaving.

Gerund or infinitive? (www.englisch-hilfen.de/)
Gerund or infinitive?2 (www.englisch-hilfen.de/)

ESO 4: SECOND CONDITIONAL

At the end of next this week you have the next test (UNIT 12). Here you will find some exercises to practice the second conditional.



Remember:

If + Past Simple, would + infinitive

OR

Would + infinitive if + past simple (here the comma disappears)

If the verb you have to use in the Past Simple is the verb 'to be', remember to use 'were' for all the subjects:

If I were you ...
If he were here ...

As simple as this. If you need some more examples, click on this link. At the bottom of this page you will find a link to some exercises (Continue with the exercises).

Grammar guide: Conditional type II

And some more practice:

Conditional type 2. Exercise 1
Conditional type 2. Exercise 2
Conditional type 2. Exercise 3
Conditional type 2. Exercise 4
Conditional type 2. Exercise 5
Conditional type 2. Exercise 6

ESO4 FIRST CONDITIONAL

Have a look at this presentation on the First Conditional. After seeing it you may click on the link at the bottom and do the exercises.

Zero And First Conditionals

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Now try these exercises.

http://www.ego4u.com/en/cram-up/grammar/conditional-sentences/type-1/exercises