Modal verbs

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What are modal verbs?

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Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, and would.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'must' indicate?

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'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity. For example, 'You must wear a seatbelt.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'can' express?

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'Can' expresses ability or permission. For example, 'I can swim.' or 'Can I go to the party?'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'might' suggest?

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'Might' suggests a possibility that is less certain than 'may'. For example, 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'should' imply?

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'Should' implies a recommendation or advice. For example, 'You should eat healthy food.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'could' indicate?

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'Could' indicates a past ability or a possibility. For example, 'I could run fast when I was younger.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'can't' mean?

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'Can't' is a contraction of 'cannot' and indicates impossibility or prohibition. For example, 'You can't go outside without a coat.'

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CCSS.L.2.2C

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

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'May' suggests a higher possibility than 'might'. For example, 'It may rain today' is more certain than 'It might rain today'.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you use 'must' in a sentence?

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You use 'must' to express necessity. For example, 'You must finish your homework before playing.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is an example of using 'should' in advice?

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An example is 'You should study for the test to do well.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B