Modals of prediction (future) may, might, will, won't...

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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. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

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What does 'will' indicate in terms of prediction?

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'Will' is used to express a strong certainty about a future event or action.

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What does 'might' indicate in terms of prediction?

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'Might' is used to express a possibility that is less certain than 'may'.

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What does 'may' indicate in terms of prediction?

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'May' is used to express a possibility or permission in the future.

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What does 'won't' indicate in terms of prediction?

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'Won't' is the contraction of 'will not' and indicates a strong certainty that something will not happen.

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How do you use 'might not' in a sentence?

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'Might not' is used to express a possibility that something will not happen.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'will' for a future prediction.

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Example: 'I will finish my homework by 8 PM.'

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'might' for a future prediction.

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Example: 'She might come to the party if she finishes her work.'

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

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'May' suggests a higher probability than 'might', which suggests a lower probability.

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How do you express impossibility using modals?

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Use 'won't' or 'will not' to express that something is impossible.