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Assignment B - PPP Grammar Lesson Table: First Conditional
NB: Look at the model provided and make sure you understand what MFP refer to here. See Units 2 and 7. For example, in number 4 in
the table below, we do NOT mean 'What is the function of the lesson'!!!
1. What is the target form of the first The first conditional is used to express the future consequence of a realistic possibility now or in the future. It typically
conditional (both clauses)? (F) consists of two clauses: the "if" clause (conditional clause) and the main clause. The "if" clause expresses a condition,
and the main clause expresses the result or consequence of that condition. The target form of the first conditional
typically involves the use of "if" to introduce the condition and the future simple tense (will + base verb) in the main
clause.
Example:
If we recycle, we will help the environment.
There is a 50% chance that the first part of this sentence (the action following ‘if’) will happen. And if it happens, the
second part is 100% certain.
If Clause (Conditional Clause) introduces the condition and begins with the word "if," followed by the subject and the
present simple tense. It establishes the circumstance under which the consequence will occur.
Example:
If we recycle, [If + Subject + Present simple.]
Main Clause follows the "if" clause and expresses the consequence or result that is likely to happen if the condition in
the "if" clause is fulfilled. It starts with the subject, followed by "will" and the base form of the verb (infinitive without
"to").
Example:
We will help the environment. [Subject + will + infinitive without to.]
Full form:
If + Subject + Present simple, Subject + will + infinitive without to.
, It's worth noting that the if clause can be positioned either at the beginning or at the end of the sentence without
changing the meaning. However, if the if clause precedes the main clause, a comma is needed to separate the two
clauses.
Example:
If we recycle, we will help the environment. [If + Subject + Present simple, Subject + will + infinitive without to.]
We will help the environment if we recycle. [Subject + will + infinitive without to If + Subject + Present simple.]
2. What is the model sentence you will The model sentence I will elicit at the beginning of the presentation is: If we recycle, we will help the environment.
elicit to begin your presentation?
The sentence reflects a cause-and-effect relationship. This sentence shows that doing something, like recycling (the
condition), leads to a positive outcome of helping the environment. It presents a real situation where recycling is the
condition, and helping the environment is the likely outcome. The sentence suggests a practical action that can be taken
in the present or future. This simple and straightforward example of the first conditional will serve as a foundation for a
more in-depth exploration of this grammatical structure.
3. What are the negative and question Model sentence in negative form: If we don’t recycle, we won’t help the environment.
(interrogative) forms of your model
sentence? Form: "If + subject + do/does not + base verb, subject + will not (won't) + base verb."
(You might find there is more than
In the negative form, the structure of the first conditional involves the use of 'don't' (the contraction of 'do not') with
one possibility, but you only need to
the base form of the verb in the 'if' clause, signaling the negation of the condition. Simultaneously, 'won't' (the
show one negative and one question,
contraction of 'will not') is employed before the base form of the verb in the main clause, indicating the negation of the
then analyse the forms.) anticipated consequence. This construction emphasizes the absence of the expected result when the specified
condition is not fulfilled.
Model sentence in question form: Will we help the environment if we recycle?
Form: "Will + subject + base verb + If + subject + base verb?"
When forming questions in the interrogative form of the first conditional, the auxiliary verb 'will' is positioned at the
beginning of the sentence. In the main clause, the subject and the base form of the verb undergo inversion, maintaining
, the same order as in the affirmative sentence. This structure creates a question that prompts consideration of a
hypothetical situation, exploring the potential outcome based on the given condition.
These variations showcase how the first conditional can be adapted for negative statements and questions while
maintaining the same underlying structure.
4. What is the function? (M) Expressing Cause-and-Effect: The first conditional helps show a cause-and-effect connection between a present or
future condition and its likely consequence.
Giving Warnings and Advice: It's used to offer warnings or advice by highlighting potential outcomes based on a specific
condition being fulfilled, emphasizing the link between the condition and its result.
Discussing Real or Hypothetical Situations: This structure is suitable for discussing both real and hypothetical
situations, where the result depends on a particular condition being fulfilled.
Talking about Predictions and Possibilities: The first conditional is employed to discuss future predictions, possibilities,
and likely outcomes, emphasizing the dependence on certain conditions.
5. What do students need to know SENTENCE STRESS
about the pronunciation, including
sentence stress and intonation? (P) Stress is typically placed on the key words to convey the meaning effectively. In the model sentence, stress would fall on
(Think only about how the model "recycle," "help," and "environment" to emphasize the main points. Emphasizing these words helps highlight the
condition and consequence of the sentence.
sentence would normally be said.)
Example: "IF we RECYCLE, we will HELP the ENVIRONMENT."
When you are confident or certain about the likelihood or unlikelihood of the result, they may stress the word "will" for
emphasis. This can convey a strong conviction or assurance about the predicted outcome. For instance, in this sentence
if you are highly confident in the connection between recycling and helping the environment, you might stress "will" to
underscore your certainty in the statement.
In the negative statements, the auxiliary "will" carry stress along with any content words that follow it. In the model
sentence, "don't" and "won't" are stressed, emphasizing the negation of both the condition and consequence.
, Example: If we DON’T RECYCLE, we WON’T HELP the environment.
In question statements, the primary stress falls on the auxiliary verb "will." This is pronounced with a slightly higher
pitch and emphasis compared to the other words in the sentence, signaling that the sentence is a question and
capturing the listener's attention.
Example: Will we HELP the ENVIRONMENT if we RECYCLE?
INTONATION
The first conditional sentence typically follows a rising-falling intonation pattern. The intonation should reflect the
structure of the sentence. The "if" clause usually has a slightly rising intonation, and the main clause has a falling
intonation.
Example: "If we RECYCLE, (rising), we will HELP the ENVIRONMENT (falling)."
The intonation for both affirmative and negative forms statements often involve a falling pitch towards the end of the
sentence. Questions in the first conditional often have a rising pitch towards the end of the sentence.
Example:
IF we RECYCLE, we will HELP the ENVIRONMENT. (➘)
If we DON’T RECYCLE, we WON’T HELP the environment. (➘)
Will we HELP the ENVIRONMENT if we RECYCLE? (➚)
CONTRACTIONS
In natural spoken English, contractions are commonly used. Native speakers tend to link words together for smoother
speech. For example, "I will" may be pronounced as "I'll." This is known as contractions.
In affirmative form the subject and will are usually contracted: I’ll, you’ll, they’ll, etc. In negative form (in the condition
clause) the auxiliary verbs do/does and not are usually contracted: don’t, doesn’t and (in the result clause) the verb will
and not are usually contracted: won’t. Although the model sentence does not directly use the negative form in the
condition clause, it's worth noting that "don't" could be used to contract "do not".
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