There are 4 future forms in English. The one which is used most often in spoken English is ‘going to’.
We use ‘going to’ when we want to talk about a plan for the future. Example: I‘m going to see him later today.
Notice that this plan does not have to be for the near future. Example: In ten years time, I’m going to be boss of my own company.
We use ‘going to’ when we want to make a prediction based on evidence we can see now. Example: Look at those black clouds. It‘s going to rain soon.
Check these exercises: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
Now, think about your future.
Here you are some questions to answer:
1) What are you going to do with your life?
2) What are you going to do after this class?
3) Where are you going to go for your next holiday?
4) Are you going to meet anyone at the weekend?
5) Are you going to watch television tonight?
6) What book are you going to read next?
7) When are you going to stop smoking?
8) What are you going to have for lunch / dinner?
9) Where in the world are you going to travel?
10) How are you going to get better at English?
