We’re going to spend the month of August in Italy. We bought the tickets last week, and we’re going to leave on August 2nd.
Tasha, age 9: When I grow up, I’m going to be the president of the United States.
It is better to use be going to to talk about a future plan or intention (something you want to do in the future). This shows that you made the decision to do this before speaking.
Find the Grammar: In the video, there are 16 examples of the future tense expressed with will and be going to.
How many can you find???
Quick Check! “Where can I get a bus to go to the mall?” -- “Oh, don’t take the bus, Mrs. Murphy. I’m driving to the mall later. _____ you.” A) I’m going to take; B) I’ll take; C) Both A & B.
“Why did you buy so many tomatoes?” -- “_____ make my special tomato sauce for a big party tomorrow night.” A) I’m going to; B) I’ll; C) Both A & B.
“I don’t think that Senator Smythe _____ the election in November.” -- “Really? I disagree!” A) wil win; B) is going to win; C) Both A & B.
“Are you going on vacation this summer?” -- “Yes. My wife and I _____ a cruise on the Mediterranean. We’re leaving on June 1st.” A) will take; B) are going to take; C) Both A & B.
“Ralph, we really need to talk about this advertising copy.” -- “You’re right. We do. _____ you this afternoon to set up a time to talk.” A) I’ll call; B) I’m going to call; C) Both A & B.
