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?

Back

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

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'mustn't' mean?

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'Mustn't' indicates prohibition. It means that something is not allowed. For example, 'You mustn't smoke in the restaurant.'

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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 possibility. For example, 'I can swim.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'could' indicate?

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'Could' indicates past ability or a possibility in the present or future. For example, 'When I was younger, I could run fast.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Front

What does 'may' express?

Back

'May' expresses permission or a possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'might' indicate?

Back

'Might' indicates a smaller possibility than 'may.' For example, 'It might rain later.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'should' suggest?

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'Should' suggests a recommendation or advice. For example, 'You should study for the test.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What is the difference between 'must' and 'should'?

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'Must' indicates a strong obligation, while 'should' suggests a recommendation or advice.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you use 'have to'?

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'Have to' indicates an obligation or necessity, similar to 'must.' For example, 'I have to finish my homework.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B