Modals 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 is the function of 'must' in a sentence?

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

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What does 'mustn't' imply?

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'Mustn't' indicates prohibition, meaning something is not allowed. For example, 'You mustn't smoke in the hospital.'

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

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'Should' suggests advice or recommendation, while 'must' indicates a stronger obligation. For example, 'You should see a doctor' vs. 'You must see a doctor if you're sick.'

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How is 'can' used in a sentence?

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'Can' expresses ability or permission. For example, 'I can swim' (ability) or 'Can I leave early?' (permission).

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What does 'might' express?

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'Might' indicates a possibility that is less certain than 'may'. For example, 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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What is the meaning of 'don't have to'?

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'Don't have to' indicates that there is no obligation to do something. For example, 'You don't have to come if you don't want to.'

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When do we use 'could'?

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'Could' is used to express past ability or polite requests. For example, 'I could swim when I was five.' or 'Could you help me, please?'.

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What does 'shall' indicate?

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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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What is the function of 'may'?

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'May' is used to express permission or possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room' (permission) or 'It may rain later' (possibility).