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 'can' express?

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'Can' expresses ability or permission. For example, 'I can swim' means I have the ability to swim.

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What does 'must' indicate?

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'Must' indicates necessity or obligation. For example, 'You must finish your homework' means it is necessary to finish your homework.

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What does 'mustn't' mean?

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'Mustn't' means something is not allowed or prohibited. For example, 'You mustn't talk in class' means talking in class is not allowed.

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What does 'should' suggest?

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'Should' suggests advice or recommendation. For example, 'You should eat healthy food' means it is advisable to eat healthy food.

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What does 'might' express?

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'Might' expresses possibility. For example, 'It might rain tomorrow' means there is a possibility of rain tomorrow.

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What does 'could' indicate?

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'Could' indicates past ability or a polite request. For example, 'I could ride a bike when I was five' or 'Could you help me, please?'

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What does 'can't' mean?

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'Can't' means something is impossible or not allowed. For example, 'I can't fly' means it is impossible for me to fly.

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How do you use 'can' in a question?

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You can use 'can' to ask about ability or permission. For example, 'Can you help me?'

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

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You use 'mustn't' to indicate something is not allowed. For example, 'You mustn't run in the hallways.'