What If…? Zero, First, and Second Conditionals
ESL Lesson PlansWhat If…? Zero, First, and Second Conditionals

What If…? Zero, First, and Second Conditionals

This B1 ESL grammar lesson helps teenagers practice zero, first, and second conditionals through familiar situations involving school, friendships, and everyday choices. Learners compare conditional forms, complete interactive matching and gap activities, and correct common mistakes. Speaking and short writing tasks encourage students to discuss possible plans and imaginary situations. This online worksheet is designed for a 60-minute group lesson.

Skills

  • Can explain what usually happens and predict the results of possible actions.
  • Can discuss imaginary situations and give reasons for choices.
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1

Discuss the questions with a partner. Explain your answers.

1
What usually happens when you don't get enough sleep?
2
What do you usually do if you don't understand something in class?
3
What will you do if you have some free time this weekend?
4
What will you do if your friends cancel your plans?
5
If you could change one school rule, what would you change?
2

Read the examples. Label each sentence: Z for a general result, F for a possible future situation, or S for an imaginary situation. Then compare the verb forms.

3

Match the sentence beginnings to the correct endings. Then identify the conditional type.

4

Choose the correct verb form. Decide whether each situation is general, possible in the future, or imaginary.

5

Find and correct the mistake in each sentence. Explain your correction to a partner.

6

Complete the eight sentence starters with your own ideas. Write full sentences.