Types of Conditional Verbs Explained with Examples
In each set of statements given in the conditional verb questions and answers below, you will be given the option to choose from and select the correct answer. All you need to do in the quiz is to select the verb form that will complete the sentence appropriately. In some cases, more than one choice can also be possible, and you should designate that with your selection. If you select the right response, it might still be better to refer to the explanation, to check if your answer is logically based and if the explanation is the same as ours. However, make sure to not look at the explanation before choosing an answer yourself.
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Conditional Verb Questions and Answers
1. What would you do if it _____ on your day of the board exam?
would have rained
rained
would rain
did rain
Answer: B- Rained
2. If the plumber comes, I _____ ring you up.
will
should
might
would
Answer: A- will
3. If I eat sugar cupcakes, I ____ sick.
Get
would get
would have gotten
would got
Answer: A- get
4. What will you do if you ____ the physics exam?
get fail
will fail
would fail
fail
Answer: D - fail
5. If they had not ___ the bike, I would have dropped you.
took
take
taken
would take
Answer: C- taken
6. If it rains, ____ still drive to the hilltop?
will you
do you
would you
would you have
Answer: A- will you
7. "She would have driven with you if you had asked her." Which conditional verb is this?
First
Zero
Third
second
Answer: C- Third
8. "If I won the prize money, I would buy my own house." Which conditional verb is this?
Zero
Third
Second
First
Answer: C - second
9. "If I forget her anniversary, Samantha gets upset." Which conditional verb is this?
zero
first
third
second
Answer: A- zero
10. "What will he do if he misses the train?" Which conditional verb is this?
zero
first
second
third
Answer: B- first
Now that we have undertaken the verbs conditional quiz, let's get to know a little bit more about conditionals.
What is Conditional?
There are a number of structures in English that refer to conditionals or if conditionals. The English term "condition" refers to "situation or circumstance". If a specific condition is true, then a specific outcome occurs. This is to say for example;-
if x = 4 then 3x = 12
There are three standard English conditionals in addition to a so-called zero conditional. Besides, there are several more conditionals that we do not use more often.
Conditional Types
Following are the basic English conditionals:-
First conditional
Second conditional
Third conditional
Zero conditional
1. First Conditional
This type of conditional is mainly used to show real possibility. For example,
If I get the scholarship, I will study abroad.
In such a context, we talk about the future. We are thinking about a specific situation or a circumstance in the future, and the outcome of this situation. It simply implies there is a real possibility that this condition will take place. For example, it is a weekday. You are at the office. You plan to play cricket this evening. But there are clouds in the sky. Imagine if it rains. What will you do? Let’s see the first conditional sentence structure.
2. Second Conditional
This type of conditional is mainly used to show unreal possibility. For example,
If I get a free movie ticket, I would watch a movie.
The second conditional is somewhat similar to the first conditional such that we are still imagining about the future. We are thinking about a specific situation in the future, and the outcome of this condition. But there is not a real possibility that this condition will take place. For example, you do not have a free movie ticket. Is it possible to have a free ticket? No! No free ticket, no movie! But maybe you will buy a ticket in the future. So you can think about watching the movie in the future. It's not very likely, but it's still possible. Let’s see the second conditional sentence structure.
3. Third Conditional
This type of conditional is mainly used to display NO possibility. For example,
If I had won the prize money, I would have bought a villa
As per the English grammar rules, the first conditional and second conditionals make reference to the future. On the other hand, with the third conditional we talk about the past. We talk about a condition in the past that did NOT take place. This is the reason that there is no possibility for this condition. The third conditional can be considered as a dream, but with no likeliness of the dream coming true.
Let’s see the third conditional sentence structure.
4. Zero Conditional
This type of conditional is mainly used to display certainty. For example,
When you freeze water, it becomes ice.
We use this so-called zero conditional when the outcome of the condition is invariably true, like a scientific fact.
Take some water in a tray. Place it in the freezer. Close the freezer. What will happen? The water freezes (becomes ice). In fact, you would be surprised if it did not. Let’s check the zero conditional sentence structure.
Conclusion
the uses of the conditional verbs as mentioned is classified into three types and are thus based on the time expressed in the if clause. A thing to remember is that the one-step backward in time is in the condition clause.
FAQs on Verbs Conditional Quiz: Practice & Improve
1. What is a conditional sentence in English grammar?
A conditional sentence is a type of sentence that expresses a condition and its result. It consists of two main parts: the if-clause (which states the condition) and the main clause (which states the outcome). These sentences are used to talk about real, possible, or imaginary situations.
2. Why is it important to use conditional sentences correctly?
Using conditional sentences correctly is crucial for expressing complex ideas with precision. It allows you to clearly communicate cause and effect, discuss hypothetical scenarios, and state facts or possibilities. Mastery of conditionals enhances logical reasoning and makes your writing and speech more sophisticated and clear, which is important as per the CBSE curriculum for English.
3. What are the four main types of conditional sentences?
The four main types of conditional sentences, each used for a different purpose, are:
- Zero Conditional: Used for general truths and scientific facts (e.g., If you heat water, it boils).
- First Conditional: Used for possible or likely future situations (e.g., If it rains, we will cancel the trip).
- Second Conditional: Used for hypothetical or unlikely situations in the present or future (e.g., If I won the lottery, I would travel the world).
- Third Conditional: Used for imaginary situations in the past that did not happen (e.g., If she had studied, she would have passed the exam).
4. How are conditional sentences typically structured?
Conditional sentences have two basic structures. The main components are the if-clause (the condition) and the main clause (the result).
1. If-clause first: When the sentence begins with the condition, a comma is used to separate the clauses. For example: 'If you study hard, you will get good marks.'
2. Main clause first: When the sentence begins with the result, no comma is needed. For example: 'You will get good marks if you study hard.'
5. What is the key difference between the Second Conditional and the Third Conditional?
The key difference lies in the time frame they refer to. The Second Conditional describes an unreal or hypothetical situation in the present or future (e.g., 'If I knew her number, I would call her now'). In contrast, the Third Conditional describes an unreal situation in the past, expressing regret or a different past outcome (e.g., 'If I had known her number yesterday, I would have called her').
6. Can you provide a real-world example of a Zero Conditional sentence?
Yes. A common real-world example of a Zero Conditional is a general rule or instruction. For instance: "If a customer spends over ₹2000, they get a 10% discount." This sentence states a general truth or a fixed rule of a system, which is the primary function of the Zero Conditional.
7. What are mixed conditionals and when are they used?
Mixed conditionals are sentences that combine elements from two different types of conditionals, typically the Second and Third. They are used to show a connection between a hypothetical past event and its present result, or a hypothetical present condition and its past result. For example: "If I had taken that job (past condition - Third), I would be rich now (present result - Second)."
8. What is a common mistake students make with the First Conditional?
A very common mistake is using 'will' in the if-clause. The correct structure for the First Conditional is 'If + simple present, will + base verb'. Students often incorrectly write, 'If I will see him, I will give him the message.' The correct form is: 'If I see him, I will give him the message.' The if-clause must always use the simple present tense to state the future condition.
