Understanding Modal Verbs in English

The video tutorial provides an in-depth explanation of modal verbs, which are auxiliary verbs used with a main verb to express various meanings such as ability, permission, probability, and suggestions. It covers the usage of 'can', 'could', 'may', 'might', 'should', 'must', 'will', 'would', and 'shall', providing examples for each to illustrate their different functions in sentences.

What is the primary function of modal verbs?

• To express actions

• To express colors

• To express emotions

• To express various functions like ability and permission

Which modal verb is used to express ability?

• Might

• Should

• Can

• May

How is 'can' used in a sentence?

• To express ability and permission

• To express past ability

• To express low probability

• To express future actions

Which modal verb is used to make polite requests?

• Will

• Shall

• Must

• Could

What does 'could' express besides polite requests?

• Future actions

• Past ability and possibility

• High probability

• Orders

Which modal verb indicates high possibility?

• May

• Should

• Might

• Would

What is the function of 'may' in a sentence?

• To express low probability

• To express future actions

• To express orders

• To express permission and high possibility

Which modal verb is used to express low probability?

• Can

• Must

• Will

• Might

What does 'should' express in a sentence?

• Advice

• Orders

• Future actions

• Past ability

Which modal verb is used to give advice?

• Should

• May

• Could

• Might