Will, in the second person, may express a command; as,
“You will take the places assigned you.”
“You will report immediately at my office.”
Will is sometimes employed to express a general fact, without conveying the idea of futurity; as, “Accidents will happen.” “Differences will arise.”
Will is sometimes incorrectly used instead of shall; as, “Will I go?” for “Shall I go?” This fault is common in Scotland, and prevails to some extent in this country.
Will is also used where may would be more appropriate; as, “Be that as it will.”
Shall you? Will you?
The distinction between shall and will in the interrogative forms of the second person are not very clearly defined. Many writers and speakers use them interchangeably. The answer should have the same auxiliary as the question.
“Shall you go to town to-morrow?” “I shall.”
“Will you attend to this matter promptly?” “I will.”