Modal Verbs

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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' mean?

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'Can' is used to express ability or possibility.

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What does 'may' indicate?

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'May' is used to express possibility or permission.

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What does 'must' signify?

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'Must' indicates necessity or obligation.

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What does 'might' mean?

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'Might' is used to express a smaller possibility than 'may'.

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What does 'should' suggest?

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'Should' is used to give advice or recommendations.

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What does 'have to' imply?

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'Have to' indicates a strong obligation or necessity.

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What does 'needn't' mean?

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'Needn't' means that something is not necessary.

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What does 'can't' indicate?

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'Can't' is used to express impossibility.

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

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'May' suggests a higher possibility than 'might'.