When an intention is made, near future is often referred to by
using ‘going to’. ‘Going to’ points to the following
conditions:-
1. Intention; as:-
a. We are
going to plant some orange tree in our garden.
b. Are
you going to learn French?
2. Likely/probable; as:-
a. Be
careful! The ice is going to crack.
b. How
long is this shortage going to continue?
3. Future
time when there is no reference to external circumstances; as:-
a. She is
going to get a book next week. (She will get a book next week)
b. I am
going to tell you a story. (I shall tell you a story)
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