When to Use Will and Going To
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Objective
I can differentiate between the uses of 'will' and 'going to' to express future actions and intentions.
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Warm-up video
English with Greg · 9:31
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Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
We use "will" to talk about the future when we make a decision at the moment of speaking or when making a prediction with no evidence.
- 2
"Be going to" is used for future actions when there is a prior intention or when making a prediction based on obvious evidence.
- 3
The present continuous tense is used to talk about the future when referring to a definite plan or appointment that is already scheduled.
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Practice
12 questions
Imagine you are talking to a friend and suddenly realize you are thirsty. What would you say to express your immediate decision to get a drink, using 'will'?
Your family has planned a vacation for next summer. How would you describe this pre-existing intention using 'going to'?
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Complete each sentence with either 'will' or 'going to' and explain your choice based on the specific use of each tense as discussed in the lesson. 1. "I just realized I left my keys inside. Don't worry, I ______ call a locksmith." 2. "Look at how fast that car is going! It ______ crash." 3. "My sister and I have planned our vacation for months. We ______ travel to Japan next summer." 4. "The phone is ringing. I ______ answer it." 5. "I promise I ______ return your book by tomorrow."”
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