Mixed review of zero and first conditional patterns
Q1. Which conditional is used for general truths?
Zero conditional handles facts. Truths persist. Science approves.
Q2. Which conditional is used for real future possibilities?
First conditional addresses likely futures. Possibility exists. Hope springs.
Q3. If you freeze water, it ___ ice
Zero conditional for scientific fact. Freezing occurs. Ice forms.
Q4. If I see him, I ___ him your message
First conditional for future possibility. Sightings may occur. Messages are delivered.
Q5. ___ you apologise, I will not forgive you
UNLESS introduces the condition. Apologies are awaited. Forgiveness hangs in balance.