Mastering English Conditionals and Modal Verbs
Zero Conditional: General Truths and Facts
The Zero Conditional is used to talk about general truths, scientific facts, or situations where the result is always the same.
Structure: If + Subject + Simple Present, Subject + Simple Present
- Example: You get tired if you run a lot.
First Conditional: Probable Situations
The First Conditional is used to talk about probable situations in the present or future.
Structure: If + Subject + Simple Present, Subject + Will/Won’t + Infinitive
- Example: If she studies
English Grammar Rephrasing Practice
English Sentence Transformation Exercises
Enhance your English grammar skills by practicing these sentence transformations. Each section presents an original sentence and its rephrased equivalent(s), covering various grammatical structures from reported speech to conditionals and passive voice.
3. Comparing Wealth: Germany and India
- Original: Germany is richer than India.
- India isn’t as rich as Germany.
4. Reported Speech: “I Don’t Know”
- Original: “I don’t know,” he told them.
- He told them he didn’t know.
Mastering Reported Speech: Grammar & Vocabulary Essentials
Reported Speech: Direct vs. Indirect
Understanding reported speech (also known as indirect speech) is crucial for effective communication in English. It allows us to convey what someone else has said without quoting them directly. Here’s a comparison of direct and reported speech examples:
Direct Speech | Reported Speech |
“I am tired” | He said (that) he was tired |
“I will help you” | She said (that) she would help me |
“We are going to travel” | They said (that) they were going to travel |
“I have finished” | He |
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Physical Health Benefits
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Contextual Vocabulary Practice
Use each sentence to help you understand the meaning of each underlined word or phrase.
- Take a piece of fruit to munch on during your commute. (eat)
- If you like to eat meat, trim all visible fat. (cut off)
- Use “lite” dairy products which are low-fat and better for your health. (not fatty)
- Cut down on portion size so you don’t eat too much unhealthy food. (Eat smaller portions)
“There Is” or “There Are” Exercises
Complete each sentence or question with a form of there is or
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