IF CLAUSE

For 12th grade

Ppt by : Siti P. Ahmad, S.Pd.

If clause is used to express a condition or supposition.
There are some patterns of it that can be used to express
different implications with certain condition.

1. Instructing/ Commanding
If Clause + Imperative

Example:
 If you are so sleepy, turn off the television and go to bed.
 If you want to eat fried noodle, cook it yourself.
2. Suggesting

If Clause + should/can

Example:
 If you want to be a singer, you should practice singing well.
If you want to hear some explanation about the place , you can hire the guide

3. Showing possibility/result

If Clause + can
Example:
 If you work hard everyday, you can be the manager in
your office
 If I finish my work today, I can have a peaceful weekend
 5. Stating General Truth

If Clause + simple present tense

Example:
 If you don’t eat for a week, you
die.
 If you close your eyes, you see
nothing.
I. Read the sentences below then write the possible condition to
complete them!

1. …….. you should practice hard with your team.

2. …….. drain the water you use to boil the noodle and boil water again for the soup.
3. …….. speak in English at least for an hour a day.
4. …….. be sure to contact me first.
5. …….. you can take the boat.
6. …….. you should bring thick clothes.
7. …….. we can visit beautiful beaches.
8. …….. change the water once a week.
9. …….. don’t forget to bring your member card.
10. …….. rainbow appears.
II. Classify the sentences below into instruction or suggestion with
condition!

1. If you have any questions, you can ask me anytime.

2. If you’ve eaten, take your medicine.
3. If you meet Karina, tell her to check her e-mail.
4. If you aren’t feeling well, you should go to a doctor.
5. If you have finished your work, submit it on my desk.
6. If you feel hungry, you should eat something.
7. If you come to the workshop, you can try making your own craft.
8. If you feel tired, you should take a rest.
9. If you need some advices, find Mr. Gunawan in the teacher’s room
10. If you start something, do it seriously and finish it.