MODAL VERBS

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

What does the modal verb 'should' indicate?

Back

'Should' is used to give advice or make suggestions.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does the modal verb 'may' indicate?

Back

'May' is used to express permission or possibility.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does the modal verb 'must' indicate?

Back

'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

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

Back

'May' is more formal and is used for permission, while 'can' is less formal and indicates ability.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

When would you use 'might'?

Back

'Might' is used to express a lower possibility than 'may'.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'can' express?

Back

'Can' expresses ability or possibility.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the function of 'could'?

Back

'Could' is used to express past ability or a polite request.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How do you use 'mustn't'?

Back

'Mustn't' is used to indicate prohibition or something that is not allowed.

Front

What is an example of using 'should' in a sentence?

Back

You should study for your test to do well.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B