2nd Conditional

What would John do if he was a billionaire?

he would have a
show like Oprah.

he would be on the
cover of magazines.
If he was a
billionaire, he would buy all the
things he never had.

he would be the host of

everyday Christmas.
2nd Conditional
A. Complete the rule:
Form
If + ___________, modal verb (would, could, might) + _________ .

B. Cross out the wrong word.

Use
Conditions which are probable/improbable or
possible/impossible in the present or future.
Quiz
Would you be a miserly millionaire?
Put the verbs in brackets into the right tense. Then try the
quiz to find out what kind of millionaire you would be.
1. If you _______ (win) 10,000,000 euros on the lottery, would you
a) tell everyone on the facebook?
b) tell close friends and relatives?
c) tell nobody?

2. Once you _________ (have) the money, would you

a) give half to charity?
b) give 10% to charity?
c) give none to charity?
Quiz
3. What’s the first thing you _______ (buy)?
a) I can’t list everything – it would take too long.
b) A car and a house.
c) Another lottery ticket.

4. What __________ (be) your first meal?

a) The most expensive dish in a very expensive restaurant.
b) Champagne, smoked salmon and caviar.
c) My favourite snack – pizza, chips or beans on toast.
5. Where ____________ (you/go) on your first holiday?
a) On a world cruise.
b) On a luxury beach holiday.
c) On a camping holiday in my own country.
Quiz
Check your choices!
Mostly As:
You’re very generous. Be careful people
don’t take advantage of you.

Mostly Bs:
You’ve got your head screwed on the
right way. Very sensible.

Mostly Bs:
It’s official. You’re a miser. Get out and
enjoy yourself more!