will and will not/won't

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1. For things that we decide to do now. (Rapid Decisions)

​ eg- I will call a taxi for you.

​ - I will have the chicken sandwich please.

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​ 2. When we think or believe something about the future. (Prediction)

​ -The President will not be re-elected at the next election.

• ​When we make decisions at the same time as we speak, we use “will”.

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A. For example, in a restaurant:

1. Waiter: “What would you like to eat?”

Customer: “I think I’ll have the chicken.”

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​B. Other examples:

1. ​“I’m cold. I think I’ll put the heater on.”

2. ​ “Look, that’s my bus. I’ll catch up with you later.”

1. ​Promises: “I’ll help you with your homework tomorrow.”​

2. Offers: “I’ll look after the children for you if you like.”

3. Requests: “Will you tell Tony I called?”

4. ​Threats: “If you cheat again, I’ll tell the teacher."