セカンドコンディショナルは、現在または将来の非現実的な状況や仮定について話す場合に使われる文法形式です。この条件文は、「if」節に過去形を使い、主節では「would」+動詞の原形を使用します。例えば、「If I had a million dollars, I would travel around the world」という文は、仮想的な状況を表しており、実際には百万ドルを持っていないことを意味します。
この演習では、セカンドコンディショナルを使った例文を用いて、正しい形を埋める練習をします。文章の中にあるアスタリスク(*)で囲まれた部分を適切な単語や形で埋めてください。正解は1カ所のみで、それを入力することで英語の理解を深めましょう。
セカンドコンディショナル演習1
If I *were* (be) a doctor, I could help many people.
If she *had* (have) enough time, she would learn to play the violin.
He would travel to Japan if he *had* (have) the money.
If they *practiced* (practice) more, they would perform better at the concert.
She would write a book if she *found* (find) the right inspiration.
If it *rained* (rain) tomorrow, we would cancel the picnic.
He would understand the lesson if he *paid* (pay) more attention in class.
If I *knew* (know) her address, I would send her an invitation.
They would be happier if they *lived* (live) closer to their families.
If we *went* (go) to bed earlier, we would feel more rested in the morning.
She *would join* (join) the club if she weren’t so busy with work.
If he *studied* (study) harder, he could pass the exam with flying colors.
They *would buy* (buy) a new car if they saved enough money.
If you *saw* (see) him later, would you tell him to call me?
I would eat healthier if I *didn’t* (not) love sweets so much.
セカンドコンディショナル演習2
If the weather *were* (be) better, we would go to the beach.
She would buy that dress if it *were* (be) less expensive.
If I *knew* (know) how to swim, I would go diving.
He would call you if he *had* (have) your phone number.
If they *offered* (offer) her the job, she would definitely accept it.
We would move to a different country if we *could* (can) speak another language fluently.
If I *were* (be) fearless, I would try skydiving.
She would visit her grandparents more often if she *lived* (live) closer to them.
If it *was* (be) sunny, they would have a barbecue in the garden.
He *would enjoy* (enjoy) the party more if he knew more people there.
If we *saw* (see) a shooting star, we would make a wish.
She would learn to dance salsa if she *had* (have) a partner to practice with.
If he *studied* (study) abroad, he would learn a lot about other cultures.
They would take a year off and travel if they *didn’t have* (not have) so many responsibilities.
If I *heard* (hear) the news earlier, I would have told you.