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Using "if"--for things that are possible
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(the first part of the sentence is the "if" clause)
(the second part of the sentence is the main clause)
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'Unless' can be used to mean 'if not'.
Examples:
Unless he hurries up, we will be late.
Unless it rains, we won't get wet.
The 'if' clause can also be placed at the end of the sentence. In this case, no comma is required.
Examples:
He will be very happy if he passes the exam.
Jane will talk to Tom if he phones her tonight.
Using "if"--for things that are not possible
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'Were' is used for all subjects.
Examples:
If I were you, I'd buy a new house.
If she were Canadian, she could stay in the country.
The 'if' clause can also be placed at the end of the sentence. In this case, no comma is required.
Examples:
They would be rich if he were to invent a new type of battery.
Angela would be proud if her son got married.
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This video uses both types of "if" clauses
In the comments section below, write a short paragraph about what you would do "if"...
Example:
There are many things I would do if it was finally summer. First, I would put away my winter jacket. If I couldn't find a place in the closet, I would put it in a plastic container under my bed. Next, if the sun was shining, I would put on sunscreen, a big hat and go outside. I would wear sunglasses too. Finally, if I had the whole afternoon, I would go to the city. I'd even go on a boat, If I weren't afraid of drowning!
This link gives a graphic organizer that you can use to write an paragraph.
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