Have to - Don't have to

Front

What does 'have to' mean?

Back

It indicates a necessity or obligation to do something.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'don't have to' mean?

Back

It indicates that there is no necessity or obligation to do something.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Provide an example of 'have to' in a sentence.

Back

I have to finish my homework before I can go out.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Provide an example of 'don't have to' in a sentence.

Back

You don't have to come to the meeting if you are busy.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

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

Back

'Have to' is used with plural subjects and 'I/you', while 'has to' is used with singular third-person subjects.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

When do we use 'have to' in a question?

Back

We use 'have to' in questions to ask about obligations, e.g., 'Do I have to attend the class?'.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

How do you negate 'have to'?

Back

You negate 'have to' by using 'don't have to' or 'doesn't have to'.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the structure of a sentence using 'have to'?

Back

Subject + have/has to + base form of the verb.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What is the structure of a sentence using 'don't have to'?

Back

Subject + don't have to + base form of the verb.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

Can 'have to' express a strong recommendation?

Back

Yes, 'have to' can express a strong recommendation or advice.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B