Conditionals

Which conditional is used to describe a general truth

If I ________rich, I would be lying in the sun on some tropical island.

John had better call the police if he notices any suspicious characters. should John had better call the police ...................................... any suspicious characters.

I think you shouldn't tell anyone about it.                                If ..................................... (I), I wouldn't tell anyone about it.

It is possible that your flight will be delayed, so take a book to read. case Take a book to read ......................................... delayed

Which conditional describes a possible situation

With your encouragement, the players will improve. long The players will improve .......................................... them.

It would be foolish of him not to consider this opportunity. if It would be foolish of him ............................... this opportunity.

Paying in cash entitles you to a special discount. provided You are entitled to a special discount ................................................ in cash

Which conditional is about hypothetical situations

___________ that she was sincere with me, I should forgive her.

They didn't go on a picnic because it was raining heavily. rain But ........................................... , they would have gone on a picnic.

_________ you work harder you will get the sack.

The doctor warned him to quit smoking so that his health wouldn't deteriorate.                  The doctor warned him that his health would deteriorate if ............................................. (up) smoking.

 If you _______ him, give him this.

I'll call the police if the neighbours don't stop shouting.                                            I'll call the police ................................... (stop) shouting.