First conditional

First conditional

1. USAGE

   • Possible or likely situations in the present and future.

2. PARTS (CLAUSES)

   • If clause
     • Present simple
       • Optional: Imperative
   • Main clause
     • Will / won't
       • Optional: can / can't
       • Form & use of a comma
         • If clause, main clause
           • If it rains, I will take a taxi.
           • If you study, you'll pass your exams.
           • Tidy your room or you'll be grounded.
         • Main clause if clause
           • I will take a taxi if it rains.
           • You'll fail your exams unless you study.
           • You'll be grounded if you don't tidy your room.