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Complete the conditional sentences exercises below to test your knowledge of conditionals.

1st conditional example:

If he __________________ (get) the job, he ___________ (be) very happy .

If he gets the job, he will be very happy.

Conditional sentences exercises – zero conditional

Complete the conditional sentences exercises below using the zero conditional form.

1. If you _____________ (heat) water to 100 degrees Celsius, it _____________ (boil).
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If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it boils.

2. If I _____________ (ask) my dog to sit, he _____________ (obey) me.

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If I ask my dog to sit, he obeys me.

3. You _____________ (need) travel insurance if you _____________ (go) on holiday overseas.

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You need travel insurance if you go on holiday overseas.

4. If people _____________ (not exercise), they _____________ (become) unfit.

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If people don’t exercise, they become unfit.

5. I _____________ (feel) better if I _____________ (eat) well, .

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I feel better if I eat well.

Conditional sentences exercises – first conditional

Complete the conditional sentences exercises below using the first conditional form.

6. If I _____________ (find) her phone number, I _____________ (send) it to you.

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If I find her phone number, I will send it to you.

7. He _____________ (feel) ill if he _____________ (eat) all those sweets!

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He will feel ill if he eats all those sweets!

8. If you _____________ (talk) to him, he _____________ (understand) your problem.

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If you talk to him, he will understand your problem.

9. I _____________ (visit) you if I _____________ (come) to your hometown next year.

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I will visit you if I come to your hometown next year.

10. If she _____________ (finish) work late, she _____________ (meet) us at the restaurant.

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If she finishes work late, she will meet us at the restaurant.

Conditional sentences exercises – second conditional

Complete the conditional sentences exercises below using the second conditional form.

11. If I _____________ (know) how to contact him, I _____________ (tell) him the news.

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If I knew how to contact him, I would tell him the news.

12. If he _____________ (ask) her to marry him, she _____________ (say) ‘yes’.

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If he asked her to marry him, she would say ‘yes’.

13. He _____________ (not make) so many mistakes if he _____________ (listen) to instructions.

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He would not make so many mistakes if he listened to instructions.

14. I _____________ (buy) a boat if I _____________ (have) more money.

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I would buy a boat if I had more money.

15. If he _____________ (try) it, he _____________ (like) it!

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If he tried it, he would like it!

Conditional sentences exercises – third conditional

Complete the conditional sentences exercises below using the third conditional form.

16. If I _____________ (see) him last week, I _____________ (invite) him.

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If I had seen him last week, I would have invited him.

17. If I _____________ (know) you were in trouble, I _____________ (help) you.

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If I had known you were in trouble, I would have helped you.

18. I _____________ (never met) you if _____________ (not go) to that party!

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I would never have met you if I hadn’t gone to that party!

19. If I _____________ (take) my car for a service, it _____________ (not break down) last night.

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If I had taken my car for a service, it would not have broken down last night.

20. She _____________ (not gone) there if I _____________ (warn) her.

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She wouldn’t have gone there if I had warned her.

Looking to enhance your IELTS Task 2 writing skills? Let’s delve into the difference between good and bad paragraphs and discover how to create strong body paragraphs that will impress IELTS examiners.

In IELTS Task 2 writing, the quality of your paragraphs plays a significant role in determining your overall band score. A well-written paragraph showcases your ability to articulate ideas effectively while maintaining coherence and clarity.

So, what sets apart good paragraphs from bad ones? Let’s explore!

Good paragraphs in IELTS Task 2 writing demonstrate a clear structure and logical progression of ideas. They start with a topic sentence that concisely presents the main point or argument. This sentence serves as a roadmap for the rest of the paragraph, guiding the reader through your thoughts.

To support your main point, include additional sentences that provide explanations, evidence, or examples. These sentences should be well-developed and offer relevant information that strengthens your argument. Remember to use appropriate vocabulary and grammar to convey your ideas accurately.

Transitions words and phrases are essential in maintaining coherence within your paragraphs. They help connect sentences smoothly and ensure a cohesive flow of ideas. Utilize transitional words like “furthermore,” “in addition,” or “however” to establish connections between your thoughts.

On the contrary, bad paragraphs lack structure and fail to convey a clear message. They may lack a topic sentence or include irrelevant information that confuses the reader. Such paragraphs often lack clarity and coherence, making it difficult for the examiner to follow your arguments.

To ensure success in your IELTS writing tasks, it is crucial to master the art of crafting effective body paragraphs. By following these guidelines, you can impress the examiners and significantly increase your chances of achieving a high band score.

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IELTS grammar conditional sentences