Using Modals

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What are modals?

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Modals are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, and have to.

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When do we use 'must'?

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'Must' is used to express obligation or necessity. For example, 'You must wear a seatbelt while driving.'

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What does 'can' indicate?

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'Can' indicates ability or permission. For example, 'I can swim.' or 'You can leave early today.'

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

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'May' is used for permission or possibility, while 'might' suggests a lower probability. For example, 'You may go to the party.' vs 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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When is 'have to' used?

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'Have to' indicates an obligation or necessity that is not optional. For example, 'I have to finish my homework.'

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What does 'must not' mean?

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'Must not' indicates prohibition. For example, 'You must not smoke in the building.'

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How is 'could' used?

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'Could' is used to express past ability or polite requests. For example, 'I could swim when I was younger.' or 'Could you help me, please?'.

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What is the meaning of 'may not'?

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'May not' indicates that something is not permitted. For example, 'You may not enter the room without permission.'

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What does 'might' express?

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'Might' expresses a possibility that is less certain than 'may'. For example, 'I might go to the concert if I finish my work.'

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How do we use modals in questions?

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Modals are placed before the subject in questions. For example, 'Can you help me?' or 'Must we leave now?'.