Error spotting (real conditionals): Choose the erroneous part (A/B/C) — mark D if none — 'If I will have the time / I shall try and make it / to the zoo this afternoon. / No error.' Ensure correct tense in the 'if'-clause.
Verbal Ability
Spotting Errors
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AIf I will have the time
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BI shall try and make it
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Cto the zoo this afternoon.
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DNo error.
Answer
Correct Answer: If I will have the time
Explanation
Given data
- A. If I will have the time
- B. I shall try and make it
- C. to the zoo this afternoon.
Concept/Approach (first conditional form)In real/likely conditions, the 'if'-clause normally uses present simple, not 'will': 'If I have the time, I will/shall …'
Correction'If I have the time, I shall try and make it to the zoo this afternoon.'
Common pitfallsUsing 'will' in the conditional clause.
Final AnswerA — Use 'If I have the time …'