There are several structures used in English to talk about the future, including "will", "going to", and the present progressive. Understanding the differences between these structures can help you choose the most appropriate one to use in different situations. Here are some explanations and exercises to help you compare and understand these structures:
- "Will" is typically used to talk about future events that are not planned or arranged.
Example: I'll call you when I get home.
- "Going to" is typically used to talk about future events that have already been planned or arranged.
Example: We're going to a concert tonight.
- The present progressive is used to talk about future events that have already been scheduled or arranged, or to talk about actions that will be in progress at a future point in time.
Example: I'm meeting my friends at the park tomorrow.
Exercises:
- Choose the appropriate structure to complete the sentence:
a. She ___________ to the gym later to work out. (going to) b. We ___________ have a barbecue in the backyard if the weather is nice. (will) c. They ___________ at the airport tomorrow morning. (will) d. He ___________ his homework after dinner tonight. (present progressive)
- Rewrite the following sentences using a different future structure:
a. I will go to the store later. (going to) b. We're going to see a movie tonight. (present progressive) c. They'll be finished with their work soon. (present progressive) d. She's going to graduate from college next year. (will)
Answers:
a. is going to, b. will, c. will, d. will be doing
a. I'm going to go to the store later. b. We're seeing a movie tonight. c. They're almost finished with their work. d. She will graduate from college next year.
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