Learn how to use statements to talk about hypothetical situations.

1. Second Conditional

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What would you do if you won the lottery?
I would quit my job. What would you do?
I would move to the beach.
I would do that too if I could swim!
Point 1: The second conditional refers to the
future, when there is little chance of the action
happening.

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I would be very happy if I saw a full eclipse.
If I saw a full eclipse, I would be very happy.
If I were tall, I would try out for the basketball team.
I would try out for the basketball team if I were tall.
Point 2: The 'if' clause can start the sentence or
come at the end of the independent clause.

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I'd be very happy if I saw a full eclipse.
If you saved your money, you'd be rich.
If they came to class more often, they'd pass.
If we practiced more, we'd be pretty good.
Point 3: Instead of would in affirmative sentences,
you can use 'd instead.

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I could travel the world if I were a billionaire.
If I spoke Spanish, I could work in Costa Rica.
If you tried harder, you could get an A in the class.
If you saved your money, you could afford to travel.
Point 4: We can use 'could' instead of 'would'.

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If I won the lottery, I would buy a house.
If I had more money, I would have more friends.
If I lost my wallet, I would call the police.
If she was here, I would not talk to her.
Point 5: In the conditional statement, the verb
after if is in the past tense.

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