Mixed conditionals are a combination of two different types of conditional sentences, usually the second and third conditionals. They are used to express a hypothetical or unreal situation in the past and its possible effect on the present, or a hypothetical situation in the present and its possible effect on the past. These types of conditionals help us to talk about situations that didn’t happen, but we can imagine what the consequences would have been if they had. In this set of exercises, you will practice using mixed conditionals to create sentences that reflect these hypothetical scenarios.
Exercise 1: Mixed Conditional Sentences about Daily Life
1. If I *hadn’t overslept* (oversleep) this morning, I wouldn’t be late for work.
2.She would have been promoted if she *hadn’t made* (make) so many mistakes in her presentation.
3. If it *rains* (rain) later, I will take an umbrella with me.
4. They would have arrived on time if they *had left* (leave) earlier.
5. If you *don’t study* (study) for the test, you won’t pass.
6. He would have passed the exam if he *had studied* (study) more.
7. If I *had known* (know) about the traffic jam, I would have taken a different route.
8. I would go to the party if I *weren’t* (be) so tired.
9. If he *hadn’t missed* (miss) the bus, he would have been on time for the meeting.
10. She would have bought the dress if it *had been* (be) on sale.
11. If I *hadn’t forgotten* (forget) my wallet, I could have bought lunch.
12. If you *need* (need) help, just let me know.
13. He would have called you if he *had known* (know) that you were upset.
14. If I *won* (win) the lottery, I would travel the world.
15. If it *had snowed* (snow) last night, we could have built a snowman today.
Exercise 2: Mixed Conditional Sentences about Relationships and Emotions
1. If she *hadn’t lied* (lie) to him, they would still be friends.
2. If he *apologizes* (apologize), I will forgive him.
3. She would have been happier if she *had chosen* (choose) a different career path.
4. If I *knew* (know) that you were feeling sad, I would have come to see you.
5. If they *had communicated* (communicate) better, their relationship could have been saved.
6. I will be upset if he *doesn’t call* (call) me tonight.
7. If he *hadn’t been* (be) so stubborn, they could have resolved the issue.
8. If I *had realized* (realize) how important it was to her, I would have made more of an effort.
9. If they *weren’t* (be) so competitive, they could work together better.
10. She would have felt more confident if she *had prepared* (prepare) for the interview.
11. If you *had listened* (listen) to my advice, you wouldn’t be in this situation.
12. If I *see* (see) her, I will tell her how I feel.
13. They would have been happier if they *hadn’t argued* (argue) so much.
14. If she *doesn’t change* (change) her attitude, people will stop being her friend.
15. If I *hadn’t met* (meet) you, my life would be completely different.
Exercise 3: Multiple Choice Exercise for Mixed Conditionals
Exercise 4: Drag the Word Exercise for Mixed Conditionals
