Modals: can, could, may, or might

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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.

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What does 'can' express?

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'Can' expresses ability or possibility.

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What does 'could' express?

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'Could' is used to indicate a past ability or a possibility.

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When should 'may' be used?

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'May' is used to express permission or a possibility.

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What does 'might' indicate?

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

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Fill in the blank: He ______ (can/could) swim when he was five.

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could

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Fill in the blank: You ______ (can/may) leave the table after dinner.

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may

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Fill in the blank: They ______ (might/can) come to the party if they finish their homework.

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might

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Fill in the blank: I ______ (can/could) help you with your project if you want.

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can

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Fill in the blank: She ______ (may/might) not be able to attend the meeting.

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may