Second Conditional Exercise
Instructions:
Complete the sentences using the correct form of the verbs in brackets. Remember:
- Second Conditional uses simple past after if, then ‘would’ and the infinitive.
- It is used to imagine present of future situations that are impossible or unlikely in reality.
- Format: If + simple past, would + infinitive.
Question 1: If the boat (not be) sturdy, it (sink) in a storm.
Question 2: If the child (not wash) their hands before eating, they (get) sick.
Question 3: If the bird (not build) a nest, it (not have) a safe place for eggs.
Question 4: If the family (not prepare) for winter, they (run) out of supplies.
Question 5: If the teacher (not give) examples, the students (struggle) to understand.
Question 6: If the dog (not follow) commands, it (not stay) safe in public.
Question 7: If the fire (not be) extinguished quickly, it (spread) to nearby buildings.
Question 8: If the ice (not melt) in the sun, the drink (stay) cold longer.
Question 9: If the kite (not have) a strong string, it (break) in the wind.
Question 10: If the bus (not be) on time, we (miss) our train.
