Structure: Main Clause Modal ‘If’ – Basic 6 English Lesson Note (Third Term)

What are Conditional Sentences with ‘If’?

These sentences show cause and effect. They have two parts: the ‘if’ clause (condition) and the main clause (result).

Structure:

If + present tense, + will/shall + base verb

Examples:

• If I am lazy, my mother will be angry.
• If you study hard, you will pass the exam.
• If it rains, we will stay indoors.
• If she comes early, we will start the meeting.

Modal Verbs in Main Clause:

• will (certainty): If you work hard, you will succeed.
• can (ability): If you practice, you can improve.
• may (possibility): If we hurry, we may catch the bus.
• should (advice): If you feel sick, you should see a doctor.
• must (necessity): If it rains, we must take umbrellas.

Exercise D – Complete the Conditional Sentences

Fill in the correct modal verb:

1. If I finish my homework early, I _______ watch television.
2. If you don’t study, you _______ fail the test.
3. If we leave now, we _______ arrive on time.
4. If the weather is good, we _______ go for a picnic.
5. If you eat too much, you _______ feel sick.

Exercise E – Match the Clauses

Connect the ‘if’ clauses with appropriate main clauses:

Exercise F – Create Your Own Conditionals

Write complete conditional sentences:

1. If I become a teacher, _________________________________
2. If we protect our environment, _________________________________
3. If students respect their teachers, _________________________________
4. If I get good grades, _________________________________
5. If we work as a team, _________________________________

Exercise G – Identify the Clauses

Underline the ‘if’ clause and circle the main clause in these sentences:

1. If you arrive late, the teacher will mark you absent.
2. We will celebrate if our team wins the match.
3. If I have time, I will visit my grandmother.
4. You can join us if you finish your work.
5. If the bus doesn’t come, we will walk to school.