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Future tenses
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9.6.8.1 Read the examples. Which is:
an on-the-spot decision? a gradually
developing situation? a timetable? a future
prediction based on what we see? a future
plan or intention? a future prediction based
on what we think will happen? a promise?
a fixed arrangement in the near future?
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1 It's hot. I'll go for a swim.
2 Outdoor activities will soon be replaced by
online games.
3 Be careful! You're going to cut yourself with
that knife.
4 Paintballing is becoming very popular with
teenagers.
5 Aidar is starting a new hobby this weekend.
6 Now that I have the time, I'm going to learn
how to paint.
Surfing lessons start at 9:00 am.
I'll come see you play rugby today, I promise.

1. We are walking in the park now.
2. They are having fun at the camp at the moment.
3. Pam is making tea now.
4. Tommy and John are playing football this afternoon.
5. It isn’t raining outdoors at the moment.
6. Is Bobby preparing for the test in his room?
7. The dogs are barking at some strangers.
8. The water is boiling on the kettle.
9. The baby is still sleeping.
10. She is watching the sunset now.
11. The girl is choosing a costume for the party.
12. The boys are waiting for the bus at the bus-stop.
13. The little boys are crying.
14. I am always losing my keys.

1. The arrow flew wide of the target. 2. Computers are widely used in schools nowadays.
3. Students can enter the museum free on Saturdays.
4. He freely admitted to being a liar.
5. I like sitting near the fire.
6. Be careful! You have nearly caught the fire.
7. She left too late to catch the train.
8. Have you seen any good films lately?
9. The death of his friend affected him deeply.
10. To find water, they had to dig deep into the ground.
11. I think he’s a pretty good singer, actually.
12. The little girl laughed prettily at the sight of the puppy.
13. He tries very hard to make her happy.
14. She used to be a great musician, but she hardly plays at all now.
15. Tommy came last in the 100m sprint.
16. Lastly, I would like to thank the caterers for providing such delicious
food.
17. Mr Tibbs isn’t in at the moment, but he’ll be here shortly.
18. The policeman stopped short when he saw the robber had a gun.
19. The eagle was flying high above the mountains.
20. My father is a highly respected surgeon.