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ZIMSEC O-Level English Language

7.5.2.1Tenses and the sequence of tenses

Tenses and the sequence of tenses in ZIMSEC O-Level English Language: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 7.5.2.1.1Form and use the tenses correctly and keep the sequence of tenses consistent, including in conditional sentences.

Lessons

  • Conditional sentences: if, unless and I wish

    30 min

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  • Verb tenses and keeping them consistent

    35 min

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Tenses and the sequence of tenses: sample question

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Choose the correct verb.

If it ___ tomorrow, the sports day will be postponed.

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