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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.

Difficulty: Easy

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 pitfalls
Using 'will' in the conditional clause.


Final Answer
A — Use 'If I have the time …'

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