Future Simple Flashcards
(17 cards)
What is the formation of the present simple?
Subject + conjugated verb
The present simple is used to describe habitual actions or general truths.
What is the formation of the present perfect (simple)?
Subject + have/has + past participle
The present perfect is used to describe actions that have occurred at an unspecified time or that started in the past and continue to the present.
What is the formation of the going to future?
Subject + am/is/are + going to + base form of the verb
This structure is used when you are certain you are going to do something.
What is the formation of the future simple?
Subject + will + base form of the verb
The future simple is used to express actions that will occur in the future.
Fill in the blank: The present perfect (simple) is formed with _______.
have/has + past participle
True or False: The going to future is used when you are uncertain about doing something.
False
The going to future structure indicates certainty about future actions.
What is the structure of the future simple for actions you are uncertain about?
Subject + may/might + base form of the verb
This structure indicates a lack of certainty about future actions.
What are modal auxiliary verbs used to express?
Obligation, advice, prohibition, and possibility
Modal auxiliary verbs convey specific meanings in English.
What is a unique characteristic of modal auxiliary verbs?
They only have one form and NEVER add ‘s’
Modal verbs do not change form according to the subject.
How do you form the negative with modal auxiliary verbs?
By adding ‘not’ after the modal verb
Example: You must not tell your friends what I said.
How do you form questions using modal auxiliary verbs?
By placing the modal verb at the beginning of the question
Example: Can you describe what you’re feeling?
Can the same modal auxiliary verb have more than one meaning?
Yes
For example, ‘can’ can indicate ability or permission.
What is an example of using a modal auxiliary verb to express ability?
You can express your feelings clearly
‘Can’ is used here to indicate ability.
What is a way to make suggestions or give advice using modal verbs?
Using ‘should’ or ‘could’
Example: You should talk to a psychiatrist.
What do you not use when forming sentences with modal auxiliary verbs?
Do/does/did
Modal verbs stand alone without auxiliary verbs.
How can modal auxiliary verbs show obligation or prohibition?
By using verbs like ‘must’ or ‘must not’
Example: You must support your friend by listening to them.
What is an example of a conditional sentence using a modal auxiliary verb?
I would go and see a doctor if it gets worse
This sentence uses ‘would’ as part of a second conditional.
