Modal Verbs

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What are modal verbs?

Back

Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'have to' indicate?

Back

'Have to' indicates a strong obligation or necessity to do something.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'must' express?

Back

'Must' expresses a strong recommendation or necessity, often based on the speaker's opinion.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

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

Back

'May' suggests a higher possibility than 'might', which indicates a lower possibility.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

When do we use 'need to'?

Back

'Need to' is used to express a necessity or requirement to do something.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'could' imply?

Back

'Could' implies a possibility or ability in the past or a suggestion.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'had better' suggest?

Back

'Had better' suggests a strong recommendation or warning about a future action.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How do we use 'can'?

Back

'Can' is used to express ability or permission.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the function of 'should'?

Back

'Should' is used to give advice or recommendations.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'might' indicate?

Back

'Might' indicates a possibility that is less certain than 'may'.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B