Modals

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What is a modal verb?

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A modal verb is a type of auxiliary verb that expresses necessity, possibility, permission, or ability.

Front

Which modal verb is used to express necessity?

Back

Must.

Front

What modal verb is used to express ability in the past?

Back

Could.

Front

Which modal verb is used to express advice or recommendation?

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Should.

Front

What modal verb indicates a possibility?

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May.

Front

Which modal verb is NOT used to express possibility?

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Should.

Front

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

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'Can' expresses ability, while 'may' expresses permission or possibility.

Front

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

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You must finish your homework before going out.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'could' to express past ability.

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When I was younger, I could run very fast.

Front

What modal verb would you use to suggest a course of action?

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Should.