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LET'S UNDERSTAND! 📚
Pattern I
not only + (verb) + (pronoun) ... + but (pronoun) also
- is used to emphasize two related actions or qualities, where the second is usually a more surprising or notable addition
Examples:
Not only did she finish the project early, but she also presented it in front of the whole team.
Not only has he won the award, but he also earned a scholarship for his achievements.
Pattern II
not since... + auxiliary verb + (pronoun)
- is used to express that something has not happened from a specific point in the past until the present
Examples:
Not since last year has she taken a break from work.
Not since the last meeting have we discussed the issue.
Pattern III
not until... + do / did + (pronoun)
- is used to emphasize that something didn’t happen until a certain point in time
Examples:
Not until the end of the week did I realize how much work was left to do.
Not until she apologized did I understand her point of view.
Pattern IV
only if... will + (something)
- is used to express a condition that must be met for something to happen, usually indicating that the action or event will occur only under certain circumstances
Examples:
Only if she agrees to the terms will we proceed with the deal.
Only if you study hard will you pass the exam.
Pattern V
only when... does / do / did + (something)
- is used to emphasize that something happens only at a particular moment in time, usually as a consequence of a specific event
Examples:
Only when the meeting was over did we start working on the next project.
Only when the clock strikes midnight does the celebration begin.
Pattern VI
only after... do / did + (pronoun / noun)
- is used to emphasize that something occurred only after a certain event or condition
Examples:
Only after the deadline passed did they begin to work on the proposal.
Only after the storm cleared did the rescue team arrive.
Pattern VII
little + do / did + (pronoun) + know
- is used to express surprise or irony about someone’s knowledge or awareness at a certain point in time
Examples:
Little did she know that she was about to win the grand prize.
Little did he know that his friends had already planned the surprise party.
Pattern VIII
little + do / did + (pronoun) + realize
- is used to emphasize that someone was unaware of something at the time, often suggesting that the realization came later
Examples:
Little did she realize how much of an impact her words would have on others.
Little did I realize that the simple task would take so long to complete.
LET'S READ! 📖
Direction: Read the conversation below. Then, exchange roles with your mentor.
Situation:
Two friends, Alice and John, are sitting at a café catching up.
Alice
John
Wow, that's impressive! Not since I’ve worked with her have I seen such dedication.
Alice
Yeah, I didn’t realize how hard she was working behind the scenes. Not until the event was over did I realize just how much effort she put in.
John
It’s amazing. Only if you give her more responsibilities will you see her potential even more.
Alice
I agree. Only when she took charge of the whole presentation did I see how capable she really is.
John
Absolutely. And only after she received recognition did the whole team start noticing her skills.
Alice
Little did we know that she had been preparing for weeks in advance!
John
Right! Little did she realize how much her actions would inspire the rest of the team.
Alice
I think we all have a lot to learn from her commitment.
John
Definitely. Maybe we should consider giving her more leadership opportunities in the future
QUESTIONS
1. What did Sarah accomplish in addition to finishing her presentation early?
2. What does Alice suggest will help Sarah's potential be more recognized?
3. When did Alice realize Sarah’s true capabilities?
4. What happened after Sarah received recognition?
LET'S PRACTICE! 📝
A. Fill in the blanks using the correct form of the target structures.
1. I heard the news, did I realize how serious the situation was.
2. you finish the report, will you be able to leave the office.
3. she apologized, did I forgive her.
4. the proposal was accepted, did the team celebrate.
5. I started the project, did I understand the challenges ahead.
6. you follow the instructions, will the experiment succeed.
7. I finished the book, did I feel ready for the test.
8. we sign the contract, will the work begin.
B. Direction: Imagine different scenarios and respond using the structure "Only if... will" or "Only when... do."
For example:
Can I go to the party tonight?
Sample response: Only if you finish my chores will you be able to go.
1. What should I do to achieve my goals?
Your response: .
2. Are we moving forward with the project?
Your response: .
3. Can we start the meeting?
Your response: .
LET'S TALK! 🗣️
- Can you think of a time when you not only achieved your goal but also exceeded everyone's expectations?
- Was there ever a moment when you realized something important, but not until much later? What happened?
- Think of a difficult challenge you faced. Was there a lesson you learned only when you overcame it?
- Have you ever made a big decision and realized only after it was done that it was the right (or wrong) choice? What was it?
- Was there a time you didn’t appreciate something or someone not until they were gone? How did that experience change you?
You know, not only did Sarah finish her presentation early, but she also managed to help with the setup for the event!