Kharma and Hajjaj (1989) describe characteristics of conditional usage in writing by learners whose first language is Arabic. The Type 1 conditional (If + present + future) was the next most common form they encountered. They state that it generally does not pose a problem for Arab learners (Kharma and Hajjaj, p.138). This correlates with my experience in the UAE where I have found upper elementary and lower intermediate learners quickly demonstrate an ability to conceptualize and use the Type 1 conditional.
Bibliography
Who did the original research?
Kharma,N.,& Hajjajj, A.
What was the name of the book?
Errors in English Among Arabic Speakers :Analysis and Remedy.
Who was the publisher?
Longman
Where was the book published?
Essex
When was the book published?
1989
What format has been used?
MLK
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