Understanding Modal Verbs in English

The video tutorial by Arnelle from Arnelle's Everyday English covers the usage of 'may' and 'might' in English grammar. It explains their grammatical structure, how they express possibility in the present, future, and past, and their use in asking for permission and expressing wishes. The tutorial provides examples to illustrate the differences and similarities between 'may' and 'might', emphasizing that while 'may' often indicates a stronger possibility, many native speakers use them interchangeably. The video also touches on the formal and polite use of these modal verbs in granting permission and wishing others well.

What is the primary focus of the video tutorial?

• The use of 'shall' and 'should'

• The use of 'will' and 'would'

• The use of 'may' and 'might'

• The use of 'can' and 'could'

Which of the following is a correct use of modal verbs?

• I may to see a dentist

• I may to need to see a dentist

• I might to order pizza

• I might order a pizza later

How do modal verbs change with different subjects?

• They change with each subject

• They remain the same for all subjects

• They change only with 'I' and 'we'

• They change only with 'he', 'she', 'it'

What is the difference between 'may' and 'might' in terms of possibility?

• There is no difference in possibility

• 'Might' indicates a stronger possibility than 'may'

• 'May' indicates a stronger possibility than 'might'

• 'May' indicates a weaker possibility than 'might'

Which sentence shows a weaker possibility?

• They may break up soon

• Dr. Miller may call you later

• I might start looking for a new job

• She may need to have an operation

How do native English speakers often use 'may' and 'might'?

• They use them interchangeably

• They never use them interchangeably

• They use 'may' for past events

• They use 'might' for future events

What structure is used for expressing past possibilities?

• 'May' or 'might' plus past participle

• 'May' or 'might' have plus infinitive

• 'May' or 'might' plus infinitive

• 'May' or 'might' have plus past participle

Which of the following sentences expresses a past possibility?

• I might have left the stove on

• I might order a pizza later

• They may break up soon

• She may need to have an operation

What is the correct contraction for 'might have' in spoken English?

• Might of

• Might've

• Might has

• Might had

How is 'may' used when asking for permission?

• In a casual way

• In a demanding way

• In a formal and polite way

• In an informal way