Front

What is a modal verb?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

List three examples of modal verbs.

Back

can, may, must.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does the modal verb 'can' express?

Back

The modal verb 'can' expresses ability or possibility.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does the modal verb 'may' indicate?

Back

The modal verb 'may' indicates permission or possibility.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the function of the modal verb 'must'?

Back

The modal verb 'must' expresses obligation or necessity.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How does 'might' differ from 'may'?

Back

'Might' is used to express a lower degree of possibility compared to 'may'.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Provide a sentence using 'can' to express ability.

Back

I can swim very well.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Provide a sentence using 'may' to ask for permission.

Back

May I leave the room?

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the difference between 'can' and 'could'?

Back

'Can' is used for present ability, while 'could' is used for past ability or polite requests.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does the modal verb 'should' imply?

Back

The modal verb 'should' implies advice or recommendation.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B