Modal Auxiliary Verbs

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What is a modal auxiliary verb?

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A modal auxiliary verb is a type of verb that is used to express possibility, ability, permission, or obligation.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

List three examples of modal auxiliary verbs.

Back

Can, may, must.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does the modal verb 'may' indicate?

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The modal verb 'may' indicates permission or possibility.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the function of the modal verb 'should'?

Back

The modal verb 'should' indicates obligation or advice.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How does the modal verb 'might' differ from 'may'?

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'Might' suggests a lower probability than 'may' and is often used for hypothetical situations.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

In which context would you use 'must'?

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'Must' is used to express necessity or strong obligation.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the difference between 'can' and 'could'?

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'Can' indicates present ability, while 'could' indicates past ability or a polite request.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'must' to show obligation.

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You must finish your homework before going out.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What modal verb would you use to ask for permission in a formal context?

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You would use 'may' to ask for permission in a formal context.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How do modals express degrees of certainty?

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Modals like 'might', 'may', 'could', and 'must' express different degrees of certainty, with 'must' indicating high certainty and 'might' indicating low certainty.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B