In the following sentence, Sheldon is using an exceptional form of conditional sentences. This form of sentences is highlighted in the following table.
Conditional SentencesType II (unlikely)
Condition refers to:
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IF Clause
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Main Clause
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present / future event
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Simple Past
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If I had a lot of
money, …
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Conditional I
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…I would travel around
the world.
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consequence in the past
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Simple Past
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If I knew him, …
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Conditional II
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…I would have said
hello.
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More examples:
- A couple of minutes ago, I tried to reach Sue on the phone, but I'm afraid she is not there because …
If she were at the office, she would have answered the phone. - I am trying to reach Sue on the phone now, but I'm afraid she is not there because …
If she were at the office, she would answer the phone.
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