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Grammar
Modal verbs in first conditional sentences
💡 Remember!
In the standard form of first conditional sentences, we use the present simple tense in the if-clause and will + bare infinitive in the main clause. Instead of will, we can use model verbs, such as can, must, may, might, should, etc. in the main clause to express ability, permission, necessity, possibility, advice, etc.
Example:
If you do physical exercise regularly, your health will improve. (standard form)
If she trains harder, she can run faster than you. (ability)
If you finish your paper, you can hand it in and leasve for home. (permission)
If you want to have good mental health, you should balance your study and life. (advice)
He may / might get a good job if he is good at IT. (possibility)
You must get rid of all the distractions if you want to manage your time effectively. (necessity)
- Write the correct form of each verb in brackets.
1. If Mai (not want) _____ to gain weight, she shouldn't eat much fast food.
2. If you stay up too late tonight, you might (feel) _____ tired tomorrow morning.
3. You should (sleep) _____ eight hours a night if you want to be awake and fully alert.
4. If Tom (complete) _____ his assighment on Friday, he can go out with his friends at the weekend.
5. You must (be) _____ careful if you don't want to get burnt. - Circle the correct modal verbs to complete the following sentences.
1. She can / should go home early if she finishes her work.
2. If you train hard, you might / shouldn't win the first prize.
3. If they don't want to be punished, they must / may follow the rules.
4. If students have an upcoming exam, they shouldn't / can't wait study until the day before it.
5. If you're having a bad day, you should / may do you best to get throught it. - Match the first half of the sentence in A with the second half in B.
A B 1. If you spend too much time on the computer, a. you can make your favourite food at home. 2. If you put too much sugar in your coffee, b. you should use a calendar to plan your work ahead. 3. If you want to manage your time effectively, c. you may put on more weight. 4. If you want to have perfect white teeth, d. you might ger shoulder pains. 5. If you take a cooking class, e. you must brush your teeth regularly.
(Page 32) - What will you say in each situation below? Use first conditional sentences with modal verbs.
1. Your friend wants to lose weight. You advise him / her to eat less high fat food and do more exercise.
2. Your friend invites you out foe an ice cream, but it's possible that you will have a sore throat.
3. Your roomate often stays up late at night. You think it is necessary to get enough sleep every night; otherwise, his health will suffer.
4. Your little brother wants to go for a swim. You agree but ask him to finish all his homework first.
5. You're able to make a delicious pizza when you have all the needed ingredients. - Complete the sentences with your own ideas using the modal verbs you have learnt.
1. If you spend too much time playing computer games, ______________________.
2. If you want to get a good night's sleep, ______________________________________.
3. If you don't feel weel, ________________________________________________________.
