Modals: Obligation and Advice

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What is a modal verb?

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A modal verb is a type of auxiliary verb that expresses necessity, possibility, permission, or ability.

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What does 'need to' indicate in a sentence?

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'Need to' indicates a necessity or obligation to perform an action.

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What does 'have to' imply in terms of obligation?

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'Have to' implies a strong obligation or requirement to do something, often due to external circumstances.

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What does 'don't need to' suggest about an action?

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'Don't need to' suggests that there is no obligation to perform the action; it is optional.

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What does 'needn't' mean in terms of obligation?

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'Needn't' indicates that there is no necessity to perform the action.

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What is the meaning of 'shouldn't'?

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'Shouldn't' suggests that an action is not advisable or recommended.

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How do modals express advice?

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Modals like 'should' and 'ought to' are used to give advice or recommendations.

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What is the difference between 'must' and 'have to'?

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'Must' is often used for personal obligation, while 'have to' is used for external obligations.

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Can modals express possibility? Give an example.

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Yes, modals like 'might' and 'could' express possibility. For example, 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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

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'May' is used to express permission or a possibility.