Modal Verbs

Front

What does 'have to' express in terms of modal verbs?

Back

Obligations.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What modal verb is used to indicate permission to do something?

Back

Can.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

If someone is obliged to do something, which modal verb can describe this obligation?

Back

Have to.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'mustn't' indicate in terms of actions?

Back

It indicates that something is forbidden.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Which modal verb is commonly used to ask for permission?

Back

May.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the difference between 'can' and 'may' in terms of permission?

Back

'Can' is used for ability or informal permission, while 'may' is used for formal permission.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What modal verb would you use to express a strong recommendation?

Back

Should.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How do modal verbs affect the certainty of an action?

Back

They express varying degrees of certainty, ability, permission, or obligation.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the negative form of 'must'?

Back

Mustn't.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Which modal verb indicates a possibility?

Back

Might.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B