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. 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 does 'could' indicate in a sentence?

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'Could' indicates a possibility or a suggestion. For example, 'It could rain tomorrow.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'can't' indicate in a sentence?

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'Can't' indicates impossibility or strong denial. For example, 'It can't be true.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you use 'must' in a negative form?

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The negative form of 'must' is 'must not' or 'mustn't', indicating prohibition. For example, 'You mustn't touch that.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you use 'could' in a past context?

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'Could' can be used to express ability in the past. For example, 'When I was younger, I could run fast.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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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' is more certain than 'It might rain.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'should' indicate in a sentence?

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'Should' indicates advice or recommendation. For example, 'You should see a doctor if you're feeling unwell.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the function of 'shall'?

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'Shall' is used to express future actions or offers, often in formal contexts. For example, 'I shall return by evening.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you form questions with modal verbs?

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To form questions with modal verbs, place the modal verb before the subject. For example, 'Can you help me?' or 'Should we leave now?'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B