Modal Verbs
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English
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9th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are modal verbs?
Back
Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'must' indicate in a sentence?
Back
'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity. It is used when something is required or essential.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'have to' imply in terms of obligation?
Back
'Have to' implies an external obligation or requirement, often due to circumstances or rules.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between 'can' and 'may'?
Back
'Can' is used to express ability or possibility, while 'may' is used to express permission or a polite request.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'should' suggest in terms of advice?
Back
'Should' suggests a recommendation or advice, indicating what is considered the right or best action.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'might' express in terms of possibility?
Back
'Might' expresses a lower degree of possibility compared to 'may' and is often used for hypothetical situations.
Tags
CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'don't have to' mean?
Back
'Don't have to' indicates that there is no obligation to do something; it is not necessary.
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CCSS.L.4.1C
CCSS.L.9-10.1B
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