Future Time Clauses Exercises
B1 Level
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Practise choosing present forms after future time words such as when, before and until.
Review the grammar firstAll 20 questions
Complete each sentence with the correct verb form. Remember: time clauses use present simple even when referring to future events.
Sarah is planning her evening. When she _____ (get) home from work, she'll start cooking dinner.
The weather forecast looks uncertain. If it _____ (rain) tomorrow, we'll have the party indoors.
Mark is finishing his project. After he _____ (complete) this report, he can take a break.
Lisa wants to be prepared. Before the guests _____ (arrive), she needs to clean the house.
Tom is expecting important news. As soon as he _____ (receive) the results, he'll call his family.
The students are waiting. When the teacher _____ (enter) the classroom, the exam will begin.
Emma is saving money. If she _____ (save) enough by December, she'll buy a new laptop.
The meeting is scheduled carefully. After everyone _____ (finish) their presentations, we'll have lunch.
David is organising his trip. Before he _____ (travel) to Paris, he wants to learn some French phrases.
The company has a policy. As soon as an employee _____ (complete) five years of service, they get extra holiday days.
Rachel is planning her weekend. When her brother _____ (return) from university, they'll go to the cinema together.
The farmers are watching the sky. If the weather _____ (stay) dry next week, the crops will suffer.
James is coordinating the event. After the speaker _____ (finish) her talk, there will be time for questions.
Sophie is preparing for her exam. Before she _____ (take) the test, she'll review all her notes one more time.
The team has clear instructions. As soon as the project _____ (get) approved, they can start the construction phase.
The concert has strict timing. When the band _____ (stop) playing at 11 PM, everyone must leave the venue immediately.
The company is expanding. If they _____ (find) enough qualified staff, they'll open three new offices next year.
The doctor gave clear instructions. After you _____ (take) this medication for two weeks, come back for a check-up.
The manager is setting priorities. Before we _____ (start selling) new products, we need to improve our current customer service.
The university has an automatic system. As soon as a student _____ (pay) their tuition fee, their class registration becomes active.
Grammar review
This rule also applies to if in first conditional sentences: "If it rains, we'll cancel the picnic" — not "If it will rain." The logic is the same: the time or condition clause describes something certain to happen at some point, so English treats it as a fact using present tense. Other common time words that follow this rule include while, by the time, and the moment. Note: "when" in a question is different — "When will she arrive?" is correct because "when" is asking a question, not introducing a time clause. This grammar point is tested in every major English exam.
Quick Rule
When / As soon as / After + present simple, will + base verb
- 1.When she gets home, she'll start cooking dinner. (time clause with when)
- 2.I'll call you as soon as I arrive at the station. (time clause with as soon as)
- 3.After we finish the meeting, we'll go for lunch. (time clause with after)
- 4.I won't leave until you tell me the truth. (time clause with until)
- 5.Once you pass the test, you'll get your certificate. (time clause with once)
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