Whew! After all that present tense stuff, let's review the future tense, which is very easy to make and not even used that often!
Pattern: = werden (conjugated) + infinitive (at the end).
Do you remember the forms of "werden"? See if you can fill in this chart. Hint: it's a stem-changing verb.
werden
ich
werde
wir
werden
du
wirst
ihr
werdet
er, sie, es
wird
sie, Sie
werden
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Uses: The German Futur is used like the English future (with "will"), which means it's not used much! Both languages tend to use the present tense when it's already clear that the action is not going on at the moment. For example, we tend to say "I'm going to town this afternoon," (or even "I'm gong to go to town this afternoon") rather than "I will go to town this afternoon," unless we want to indicate some kind of special determination. German does the same thing. You'd be much more likely to hear "Ich gehe heute Nachmittag in die Stadt" than "Ich werde heute Nachmittag in die Stadt gehen."
OK, let's practice the actual future forms just a bit with this WordWeb.
Mach mit! (=TPR activity) If you're new to these courses, the abbreviation TPR may be unfamiliar. It stands for a type of listening activity where you hear directions then point to or move something (with your mind and fingers, not the cursor). You then click to see what you should have pointed to or moved. This type of activity is great for learning vocabulary, because you use three senses (listening, seeing, touching), not just one or two. For most people, the more senses used, the faster (and better) something is learned. Most Units will have a TPR (listening) quiz connected with these activities.
Also, lernen wir einige neue Vokabeln. Mach mit!
Üben wir Nun schau dir diese Bilder an. Klicke auf den Kopfhörer, um das Wort zu hören und dann sprich das Wort aus. Das Englische findest du unten in der Liste. (Look at the picture. Click on the earphones to hear the word and then say it aloud. You'll find the English in the list below.)
der Führerschein, -e
abbeigen, o, o
die Ausfahrt, -en
das Benzin, -e
die Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung, -en
die Baustelle, -n
der Stau, -s
das Überholverbot, -e
die Tankstelle, -n
der Unfall, -``e
die Sackgasse, -n
Weitere Vokabeln Hier findest du alle Vokabeln in Liste 2. (Not everything could be pictured above.) Klicke auf den Kopfhörer, um das Wort zu hören und dann wiederhol es. Klicke dann auf das Pfeil (arrow), um das Englische zu sehen. Wie viele kennst du schon? (Click on the German to hear and then repeat the word aloud. Click on the arrow to see the English. How many do you know already?)
abbiegen, o, o
to turn (a car-left or right)
die Ausfahrt (-en)
exit-ramp (freeway) / driveway (house, building)
die Autobahn (-en)
freeway (limited access)
das Autokennzeichen (-)
license plate / license plate number (formal term)
die Baustelle (-n)
construction zone
das Benzin (-e)
gasoline
bremsen
to brake
die Einbahnstraße (-n)
one-way street
die Einfahrt (-en)
on-ramp (freeway) / driveway (house)
der Führerschein (-e)
driver's license
die Geschwindigkeitsbegrenzung,-en
speed limit
leer
empty
links
to the left
das Nummernschild (-er)
license plate (casual term)
die Raststätte (-n)
rest area (on the freeway)
rechts
to the right
die Sackgasse, -n
deadend street
der Stau (-s)
traffic jam
tanken
to get gasoline
die Tankstelle (-n)
filling station / service station
überholen
to pass (on the road)
das Überholverbot, -e
no passing
die Umleitung (-en)
detour
der Unfall (-``e)
accident / crash
die Versicherung (-en)
insurance
volltanken
to fill up (the car, with gas)
wenden
to turn (a car) around, do a U-turn
Üben wir diese Vokabeln mit diesem JigWord.
Mercedes-Benz, now known as DaimlerChrysler AG, is one of a handful of German car companies that are known by car enthusiasts worldwide. This three-pointed star emblem has been Mercedes-Benz' registered trademark since 1937. Mercedes-Benz along with other German car companies such as Volkswagen, BMW (Bayerische Motorwerke), Porsche and Audi have helped to establish Germany as a leader in quality car manufacturing.
A BMW Mini
Schriftliche Aufgabe Lernen wir etwas Neues! Choose one of the German car manufacturers from the list below and then using the web, briefly research your chosen car manufacturer. Please answer the questions below in complete English sentences. Diese Aufgabe hat 16 Punkte.
Porsche
Volkswagen
Audi
Mercedes-Benz (DaimlerChrysler AG)
Opel
BMW (Bayrische Motorwerke)
Fragen:
What is the history of this car manufacturer? When did it start and by whom?
What is its registered trademark and how did this trademark come into existence? Does it have symbolic meaning?
What are some of the special features found on this make of car? What features are unique to this make of car?
Find your favorite model of this manufacturer and describe it. Please also include a picture of it. Why is it your favorite? How much would it cost if you were to buy it?
Whew! After all that present tense stuff, let's review the future tense, which is very easy to make and not even used that often!
OK, let's practice the actual future forms just a bit with this WordWeb.
Mach mit! (=TPR activity) 
Üben wir 
Mercedes-Benz, now known as DaimlerChrysler AG, is one of a handful of German car companies that are known by car enthusiasts worldwide. This three-pointed star emblem has been Mercedes-Benz' registered trademark since 1937. Mercedes-Benz along with other German car companies such as Volkswagen, BMW (Bayerische Motorwerke), Porsche and Audi have helped to establish Germany as a leader in quality car manufacturing.
Schriftliche Aufgabe 