Modal verbs

Modal verbs

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English

11th Grade

Hard

CCSS
L.9-10.1B, L.2.2C, L.5.1.B-D

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are modal verbs?

Back

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

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CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of 'should' in a sentence?

Back

'Should' is used to indicate obligation, recommendation, or advice. For example: 'You should eat vegetables for better health.'

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'must' imply in a statement?

Back

'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity. For example: 'You must finish your homework before going out.'

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How is 'could' used to express ability?

Back

'Could' is used to indicate past ability. For example: 'When I was younger, I could swim very well.'

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'may' express in a sentence?

Back

'May' is used to express possibility or permission. For example: 'You may leave the room if you finish your work.'

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

'Can' is used to express ability, while 'may' is used to express permission. For example: 'I can play the piano.' vs 'May I play the piano?'

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CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'might' suggest in terms of possibility?

Back

'Might' suggests a lower probability than 'may'. For example: 'It might rain tomorrow.'

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

CCSS.L.4.1C

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