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(give, almost) f) up and (go) g) into the

theatre without us.

Neepa told me you (be) h) late several times in the past and that

she would not make plans with you again in the future. She mentioned that she

(miss) i) several plays because of your late arrivals. In the future,
I suggest you be on time!

The Simple Future Tense

Will

We use will
1. to make a prediction about a future event. For example,
• I will go to the bookstore tomorrow

We use will with expressions such as I think/I bet/I expect/I am sure/I am
afraid/I believe, etc. For example,
• I am sure she will be able to find the documents.

• I believe she will do well in the competition.
2. for decisions that we make naturally and effortlessly, while we speak. For example,

• She is leaving. I will go with her.
• Mridula is crying. I will go and comfort her.

3. to offer our help to someone. For example,
• I’ll help you with that suitcase.

4. to make a promise. For example,

• I will do this for you.
• I will finish checking your project in time for you to take it to school.

5. to make a request. For example,
• Will you help me with this sum?

6. to warn someone about something. For example,
• Be careful. You will embroil yourself needlessly in their quarrel.

7. to talk about a future event that is beyond our control. For example,
• Tomorrow will be warmer than today.

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