Modal Auxiliary Verbs Practice

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What is a modal auxiliary verb?

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A modal auxiliary verb is a type of verb that is used to express possibility, ability, permission, or obligation. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

Front

Identify the modal auxiliary verb in the sentence: 'They will finish their homework.'

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Will

Front

Which of the following is a modal auxiliary verb: can, have, do?

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Can is a modal auxiliary verb; have and do are not.

Front

What is the function of the modal auxiliary verb 'can'?

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The modal auxiliary verb 'can' is used to express ability or possibility.

Front

In the sentence 'She might go to the party,' what does 'might' indicate?

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'Might' indicates a possibility.

Front

Which word in the sentence 'He can play the guitar' is the modal auxiliary verb?

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Can

Front

List three examples of modal auxiliary verbs.

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Can, may, must.

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

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'May' suggests a higher probability than 'might,' which indicates a lower probability.

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Which of the following is not a modal auxiliary verb: should, have, will?

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Have is not a modal auxiliary verb.

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What does the modal auxiliary verb 'must' express?

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'Must' expresses necessity or obligation.