Introduces mixed conditionals ‚Äî constructions that combine elements from different time frames ‚Äî using the example “If I knew, I would have told you”. Distinguishes this from both the standard second and third conditionals, and connects the topic to backshift in reported speech.
Explores the overlap between the zero and first conditional, showing that the zero conditional can be used for future plans and policies as well as general truths. Explains why choosing between them is often more ambiguous than textbooks suggest.
A grammar series teaching English in context at intermediate level, covering reported speech and backshift, the present perfect, modal verbs, conditionals, the passive voice, and conjunctions, with attention to common errors and descriptive grammar.