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 in a sentence?

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'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity. It is used when the speaker believes something is certain or necessary.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'should' imply in a sentence?

Back

'Should' implies a recommendation or advice. It suggests that something is a good idea but not mandatory.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'can' express?

Back

'Can' expresses ability or permission. It indicates that someone is capable of doing something or has the right to do it.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'can't' signify?

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'Can't' indicates impossibility or prohibition. It suggests that something is not possible or allowed.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How is 'must not' used?

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'Must not' indicates a strong prohibition. It means that something is not allowed.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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

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'Have to' indicates an external obligation, while 'must' indicates a personal obligation or necessity.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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When do we use 'might'?

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'Might' is used to express a possibility that is less certain than 'may'. It suggests that something could happen but is not guaranteed.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'could' express?

Back

'Could' expresses past ability or a possibility in the present or future.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do we use 'shouldn't'?

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'Shouldn't' is used to indicate that something is not advisable or recommended.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B