Mastering Conditionals: If vs When

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vmbo t
• Leerjaar 3

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Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson you will be able to identify and use the correct conditional (if vs when) in a sentence.

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What do you already know about conditionals?

Introduction

Conditionals are used to express possible or hypothetical situations, but it's important to use the correct one. Let's start by understanding the difference between if and when.

Introduce the topic and explain why it's important to use the correct conditional.

When to use 'if'

Use 'if' when the condition is uncertain or hypothetical. For example: 'If it rains tomorrow, I will stay at home.'

Explain the use of 'if' in a sentence and provide an example.

When to use 'when'

Use 'when' when the condition is certain or expected. For example: 'When I finish my homework, I will watch TV.'

Explain the use of 'when' in a sentence and provide an example.

Practice: If vs When

Complete the following sentence with the correct conditional: '______ I have time, I will go to the gym.'

Provide a sentence with a missing conditional and ask the students to fill in the blank with the correct one.

Answer: If vs When

The correct answer is 'When'. 'When' is used because the condition is certain or expected.

Provide the correct answer and explain why it's the correct answer.

Practice: If vs When

Complete the following sentence with the correct conditional: '______ it's sunny, I will go to the beach.'

Provide a sentence with a missing conditional and ask the students to fill in the blank with the correct one.

Answer: If vs When

The correct answer is 'If'. 'If' is used because the condition is uncertain or hypothetical.

Provide the correct answer and explain why it's the correct answer.

Practice: If vs When

Complete the following sentence with the correct conditional: '______ I see him, I will ask him about the project.'

Provide a sentence with a missing conditional and ask the students to fill in the blank with the correct one.

Answer: If vs When

The correct answer is 'When'. 'When' is used because the condition is certain or expected.

Provide the correct answer and explain why it's the correct answer.

Practice: If vs When

Complete the following sentence with the correct conditional: '______ I win the lottery, I will buy a new car.'

Provide a sentence with a missing conditional and ask the students to fill in the blank with the correct one.

Answer: If vs When

The correct answer is 'If'. 'If' is used because the condition is uncertain or hypothetical.

Provide the correct answer and explain why it's the correct answer.

Real-Life Examples

Provide real-life examples of sentences using 'if' and 'when' to reinforce the concept.

Provide a few examples of real-life sentences using 'if' and 'when' to help the students understand the concept better.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You now know the difference between 'if' and 'when' and can use them correctly in a sentence.

Wrap up the lesson and congratulate the students on their progress.

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