UNIT 6

UNIT  6 Will  part 1
 

A.  We use will ('ll) when we decide to do something at the time of speaking: 

• Oh, I left the door open. I'll go and shut it.

• What would you like to drink?   "I'll have some coffee, please.''

• Did you call Ann?   ''Oh no. I forgot. I'll do it now.''

• I'm too tired to walk  home. I think I'll take a taxi.

You cannot use the simple present (I do) in these sentences.

• I'll go and shut it. (not i go shut it) 

Do not use will to say what someone has already decided to do or arranged to do: 

• I can't meet you tomorrow because my parents are coming to see me. (not my parents will come) 

The negative of will is won't (or will not) 

• Receptionist:  I'm afraid Mr. Wood can't see you until 4:00.

           You:  Oh, in that case I won't wait.

We often use I think I'll or I don't think I'll. . .when we decide to do something.

• I think I'll stay home this evening.
• I don't think I'll go out tonight I'm too tired. 

B.  We often use will in these situations: 

offering to do something:

• That bag looks heavy. I'll help you with it. (not I help) 
• ''I need some money.''  Don't worry, I'll lend you some." 

Agreeing or refusing to do something: 

• A: You know that book I lent you? Can I have it back? 
• B: Of course, I'll bring it back this afternoon (not I bring) 
• I've asked John to help me, but he won't. 
• The car won't start. (=the car ''refuses" to start) 

Promising to do something: 

• Thank you for lending me the money. I'll pay you back on Friday (not I pay) 
• I won't tell Tom what you said. I promise.
• I promise I'll call you as soon as I arrive. 

Asking someone to do something (Will you...?): 

• Will you shut the door, please? 
• Will you please be quiet? I'm trying to concentrate.