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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What does 'must' indicate?

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

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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 hospital.'

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What does 'should' express?

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'Should' expresses a recommendation or advice. For example, 'You should study for your exams.'

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What does 'shouldn't' indicate?

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'Shouldn't' indicates advice against something. For example, 'You shouldn't eat too much junk food.'

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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 leave early today?'

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What does 'cannot' or 'can't' mean?

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'Cannot' or 'can't' indicates inability or prohibition. For example, 'I can't drive yet.' or 'You can't park here.'

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What does 'may' indicate?

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'May' indicates permission or possibility. For example, 'May I use your phone?' or 'It may rain tomorrow.'

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What does 'might' express?

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'Might' expresses a weaker possibility than 'may'. For example, 'It might rain later.'

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What does 'have to' indicate?

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