THERE ARE OTHER CHOICES IF THIS PLAN DOESN’T WORK

 The sentence “There are other choices if this plan doesn’t work” means that even if a plan fails, there are alternative options to try.

We use this sentence to talk about possibilities, planning, and problem-solving. The phrase “if … doesn’t work” shows a condition or something that might happen.

This topic helps students learn how to use conditional sentences (type 1), present simple, past simple, future forms, and modals to talk about alternatives and advice.

Examples:

• There are other choices if this plan doesn’t work.

• We can try a different strategy if this one fails.

• I will study medicine if my first plan doesn’t work.

• She should have a backup plan in case of problems.

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🧩 GRAMMAR

1. Conditional Sentences (Type 1)

We use if + present simple, will + verb to talk about real possibilities in the future.

Structure:
✅ If + present simple, + will + base verb

Examples:

• If this plan doesn’t work, we will try another idea.

• I will ask for help if I need it.

• She will be happy if she passes the exam.

Negative form:

• If this plan doesn’t work, we won’t give up.

Questions:

• What will you do if this plan doesn’t work?

• Will they find another solution if it fails?

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2. Modal Verbs (Can / Should / Must)

We use can for possibilities, should for advice, and must for necessity.

Examples:

• We can choose another option.

• You should prepare a backup plan.

• You must follow the instructions carefully.

• We can’t stop trying if we want to succeed.

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3. Future Forms

Will – for predictions or decisions:

• I will try another method if this doesn’t work.

Going to – for plans or intentions:

• We are going to have a meeting tomorrow.

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🧠 VOCABULARY (10 words)

1. Choice – an option or decision you can make.

2. Plan – a set of steps to do something.

3. Alternative – another possibility or option.

4. Problem – something difficult that needs a solution.

5. Solution – a way to solve a problem.

6. Backup – a plan or option to use if the first fails.

7. Strategy – a method for achieving a goal.

8. Success – achieving what you planned or wanted.

9. Fail – to not succeed.

10. Decision – choosing between options.

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💬 USEFUL EXPRESSIONS

• There are other choices if this plan doesn’t work.

• We can try another strategy.

• You should prepare a backup plan.

• I will change my plan if necessary.

• They can choose a different option.

• You must stay calm and think carefully.

• We shouldn’t give up easily.

• This plan might fail, but we have alternatives.

• She will succeed if she works hard.

• It’s important to have other choices.

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🗣️ SENTENCES

Positive:

• There are other choices if this plan doesn’t work.

• We can try another solution.

• I will study another subject if I fail.

Negative:

• This plan doesn’t have to be the only option.

• We shouldn’t give up if it fails.

• He didn’t consider other choices last time.

Questions:

• What will you do if this plan doesn’t work?

• Can we try a different strategy?

• Should we prepare a backup plan?

Answers:

• Yes, we can try another option.

• We should prepare other choices just in case.

• I will think about a new plan.

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🎭 CONVERSATION

Anna: Hi, Tom. How is the project going?
Tom: Not very well. The first plan isn’t working.
Anna: Don’t worry. There are other choices if this plan doesn’t work.
Tom: You’re right. We can try a different strategy.
Anna: Good idea. We should also prepare a backup plan.
Tom: Yes, I’m going to make a list of alternatives today.
Anna: Great! We must stay calm and work together.
Tom: Absolutely. I think we will succeed if we keep trying.

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📖 READING

Planning for Success

Carlos and his team were working on a new project. Their first plan was to finish it in two weeks, but it didn’t work as they expected.

Carlos said, “Don’t worry. There are other choices if this plan doesn’t work. We can try different methods.”

The team discussed several alternatives. They decided to use a simpler strategy and also prepared a backup plan. Everyone agreed to follow the new steps carefully.

After a few days, the project started working well. Carlos said, “It’s important to always have other choices. If one plan fails, you can try another.”

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Questions

1. Why didn’t the first plan work?

2. What did Carlos say to the team?

3. What did the team do after discussing alternatives?

4. Why is it important to have other choices?

5. Did the new plan work?

Answers

1. The first plan didn’t work as expected.

2. He said there are other choices if this plan doesn’t work.

3. They chose a simpler strategy and prepared a backup plan.

4. Because if one plan fails, you can try another.

5. Yes, the new plan worked well.