English for esl

Question

You are sitting in an ESL classroom as an observer, and, during the course of the lesson, the teacher says “When we talk about the future, we always use “will” and the present tense of the verb.” You know that this statement is incorrect and a gross oversimplification of English grammar. Write a letter to the teacher (500 – 700 words) in which you point out the teacher’s errors and give explanations of all the other ways (at least 4 ways other than “will”) that we talk about the future. Be specific as you explain the various usages (meanings) of the other ways we talk about the future, and give at least one clear example of each. Also include explanations of any other errors and give good, clear examples for every point you bring up here as well.

Answer 1

4 examples of ways we talk about the future other than "will"

1. I am going to dinner tomorrow.
2. I have an appointment next week
3. I should be home tomorrow.
4. I plan to travel next year.