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At the train station, you see that the train is coming closer and closer. You say: "the train is going to arrive".
Correct. Because you are SEEING the train.
Linda has booked a ticket and reserved a room in a hotel. She says: "I will go to Rome next week!"
Incorrect. "I am going to Rome next week!" Because she has PLANNED the trip.
I think that robots will do the housework in 2100.
Correct. Because it's a prediction without evidence.
Bobby is the only candidate for classroom president. He is definitely going to win.
Correct. Because it's a prediction based on evidence.
A: Ow, I got a paper cut! B: Don't worry, I am going to bring you a bandage.
Incorrect. "I will bring you a bandage". It's a decision made in the moment.
Victoria is filling a bucket with water. She is going to wash her car.
Correct. Because it's a prediction based on evidence.
According to my schedule, I will meet a client at 10 o’clock on Tuesday.
Incorrect. "I am going to meet a client...". Because it's something planned in advance.
Jennifer will be 18 years old next week.
Correct.
A: Will you help me paint my room? B: Of course, I will help you.
Correct. It's a decision made in the moment.
A: Oh, no. What a mess! B: I'm sorry, mum. I promise, I am not going to do that again.
Incorrect. "I promise, I won't do that again". It's a promise.
A: Look at Paul! He looks very pale and he can hardly stand. He is going to faint.
Correct. Because it's a prediction based on evidence.
My friends are playing a football match this afternoon. I think they are going to win.
Incorrect. It's a prediction without evidence, so it is: "I think they will win".
What can I do to cheer you up? Oh, I know. I am going to buy you some flowers.
Incorrect. It's a decision made in the moment: "I will buy you some flowers".
