Subordinating Conjunctions in Conditional Sentences

Begin with Name the Mood of Each Verb, since its chart defines every mood. Follow with the subjunctive and conditional sheets, then use Edit a Letter for Verb Mood Errors as a review.

Pick unless, provided that, as long as or in case and the right verb in school trip conditionals. Unless means if not, provided that and as long as mean only if, and in case means to be ready if something happens. The verb after each one stays in the present tense. The directions on the page read: Each sentence is about a school trip. Circle the conjunction that makes sense. Then circle the verb form that belongs after it. An answer key is included.

Yes, both. We made it for 8th grade verbs, and it works the same at home or at school. At home, a student can work through it alone and then go over it with you, which shows quickly what is solid and what needs another look. In class it works as independent practice, homework or a warm-up, and you can print one copy or a full set.

Indicative states a fact or opinion, imperative gives a command and interrogative asks a question. Conditional tells what would happen, and subjunctive expresses a wish, demand or unreal idea. Name the Mood of Each Verb lists a code and an example for each.

Use were in the subjunctive for wishes and conditions that are not true, as in if I were a new camper. Use was for real past facts, as in the budget was always balanced. Indicative or Subjunctive? Choose the Verb mixes both kinds.

Use had plus a past participle in the if clause and would have plus a past participle in the other clause. If the goalkeeper had dived to her left, she would have stopped the penalty kick.