11.3 Third Conditionals

Each of these conditional sentences is incorrect. What should be the correct one?

( For the answers, the underlined words are deemed to be the most appropriate.
Other words like 'would', 'could' or 'might' could be used instead. )

1. If only she had warned him in time, his life might have been saved.

2. If the dog had been chained, it would not have bitten the salesman.

3. If the tyre had not punctured, they could have arrived earlier.

4. If he had an account in the bank, he could cash the cheque.

5. If the rescuers hadn't been quick enough, the girl would have drowned.

6. If she had not stopped talking, she would have to leave the library.

7. If I had the answer to the riddle, I would have told you earlier.

8. If you had eaten less and exercised more, you would have lost some weight.

9. If he had fallen from the tree, he would have broken his neck.

10. If I had cooked more, I would have invited your friends for lunch.

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1. If only she warned him in time, his life might have been saved.