Future Plans and Predictions

Summary

This video script offers a clear and concise guide on the use of 'be going to' for discussing future intentions and making predictions. It distinguishes between 'be going to' and 'will', explaining that 'be going to' is used when a decision has been made in the past, while 'will' is for decisions made in the present. The script also highlights the use of 'be going to' for near-future predictions based on current evidence. It provides grammatical structures for forming sentences with 'be going to', including affirmative, negative, and yes/no question forms. The video emphasizes that 'gonna' is an informal contraction of 'going to' and should not be used in written or formal speech. With practical examples and a friendly tone, the script aims to enhance viewers' understanding of future tense usage in English.

Takeaways

• 📘 The video script introduces the use of 'be going to' for describing future intentions and making predictions.
• 🔍 'Be going to' is used when describing something one intends to do, whereas 'will' is used for decisions made in the past or present.
• 📈 'Be going to' is also used for predictions based on present evidence, rather than personal opinion.
• 📝 The script provides examples of using 'be going to' for future intentions and predictions, such as giving a surprise birthday party or predicting the future of technology.
• 🚫 Negative sentences are formed by adding 'not' to the 'be going to' structure, as in 'I'm not going to lose'.
• 💡 For yes/no questions, 'be going to' is used to inquire about future intentions, as in 'Am I going to be busy today?'.
• 🌧️ When predicting the weather, 'will' is used, as in 'Is it going to rain?'.
• 📈 In informal spoken English, 'gonna' is often used instead of 'going to', but it should not be used in formal speech or written English.
• 🎥 The video script includes a call to action, encouraging viewers to subscribe or check out other videos.
• 🎥 The video script ends with a prompt for viewers to click to continue watching or to subscribe.

Q & A

What are the two primary functions of 'be going to' in English?

The two primary functions of 'be going to' are to describe future intentions and to make predictions.

When should 'be going to' be used to describe future intentions?

'Be going to' should be used to describe future intentions when the decision has been made in the past.

What is the alternative to 'be going to' when a decision is being made at the moment of speaking?

When a decision is being made at the moment of speaking, 'will' is generally used instead of 'be going to'.

How does 'be going to' differ from 'will' when making predictions?

We use 'be going to' when making predictions about the near future based on present evidence, while 'will' is used for outcomes that we are less certain about or are more speculative.

What is the structure for forming sentences with 'be going to'?

The structure for forming sentences with 'be going to' is subject plus 'be' plus 'going to' plus verb.

What is an example of a positive sentence using 'be going to'?

An example of a positive sentence using 'be going to' is 'We're going to give James a surprise birthday party.'

How do you form negative sentences with 'be going to'?

To form negative sentences with 'be going to', you add 'not' after 'be'. For example, 'I'm not going to lose, I'm going to win.'

What are some examples of yes/no questions using 'be going to'?

Examples of yes/no questions using 'be going to' include 'Am I going to be busy today?' and 'Is it going to rain?'

What is the informal spoken English equivalent of 'going to'?

In informal spoken English, 'gonna' is often used as a contraction for 'going to', but it should not be used in written English or formal speech.

What is the correct way to form a 'be going to' sentence in the negative?

To form a 'be going to' sentence in the negative, you use the auxiliary verb 'be' followed by 'not' and then 'going to', as in 'He isn't going to be on time' or 'He's not going to be on time, he's going to be late.'

How does the use of 'be going to' for predictions relate to present evidence?

When using 'be going to' for predictions, it is related to present evidence, suggesting that the prediction is based on current signs or information, giving it a more certain tone than 'will'.

What is the grammatical chart mentioned in the script for?

The grammatical chart mentioned in the script is used to illustrate the correct structure for forming 'be going to' sentences.