Understanding Modal Verbs and Advice

Jennifer from English with Jennifer introduces modal verbs, focusing on 'may', 'might', and 'should'. She explains their uses in giving advice and expressing possibilities. Through examples, she demonstrates how to use these verbs in everyday situations. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to engage with the content.

Who are Jennifer's students?

• Flavia and Andreia

• John and Mary

• Paul and Lisa

• Anna and Tom

What are modal verbs used for?

• Talking about abilities and advice

• Narrating stories

• Describing past events

• Expressing emotions

Which modal verb is used for giving advice?

• May

• Might

• Should

• Can

What should you do if it's cold outside and you're barefoot?

• Stay barefoot

• Wear boots

• Go for a walk

• Sit down

What should you do if your hands hurt from texting too much?

• Use both hands

• Stop texting

• Ignore the pain

• Text more

What is the purpose of 'may' and 'might'?

• Giving commands

• Indicating possibilities

• Describing abilities

• Expressing certainty

How is 'may' different from 'can'?

• 'May' is for emotions, 'can' is for actions

• 'May' is for past events, 'can' is for future events

• 'May' is for possibilities, 'can' is for abilities

• 'May' is for abilities, 'can' is for possibilities

What might happen if the weather forecast shows a 30% chance of rain?

• It might rain

• It will be sunny

• It will definitely rain

• It will snow

What is the difference between certainty and possibility in modal verbs?

• Certainty uses 'might', possibility uses 'should'

• Certainty uses 'may', possibility uses 'can'

• Certainty uses 'can', possibility uses 'may' and 'might'

• Certainty uses 'should', possibility uses 'can'

What should you do if you find the video useful?

• Report it

• Like it

• Dislike it

• Ignore it