Conditional sentences – type II
1. Use
It is theoretically possible to fulfil a condition which is given in the if-clause.
2. Form
if clause |
main clause |
Simple Past |
would + infinitive |
could + infinitive |
might + infinitive |
3. Examples
if clause |
main clause |
If I studied, |
I would pass the exams. |
If I studied, |
I could pass the exams. |
If I studied, |
I might pass the exams. |
The if-clause can be at the beginning or at the end of a sentence. Mind the comma.
if clause |
main clause |
If I studied, |
I would pass the exams. |
main clause |
if clause |
I would pass the exams |
if I studied. |