What are modal verbs?
(U9) B2/C1 GRAMMAR: MODAL VERBS FOR SPECULATION AND DEDUCTIION

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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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What is speculation in grammar?
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Speculation refers to making guesses or assumptions about something that is not certain. In grammar, it often involves using modal verbs to express these guesses.
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What is deduction in grammar?
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Deduction is the process of reaching a conclusion based on evidence or reasoning. In grammar, it often involves using modal verbs to indicate a conclusion drawn from available information.
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What does 'must' indicate in terms of certainty?
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'Must' indicates a high degree of certainty or necessity. It suggests that something is very likely or required.
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What does 'might' indicate in terms of possibility?
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'Might' indicates a lower degree of certainty and suggests that something is possible but not guaranteed.
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What does 'should' imply in terms of expectation?
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'Should' implies an expectation or a recommendation. It suggests that something is likely to happen based on what is known.
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What does 'could' express in terms of ability?
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'Could' expresses a possibility or ability in the past or a hypothetical situation in the present or future.
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