Modal Verbs

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What are modal verbs?

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Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that add meaning to the main verb in a sentence.

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What are the characteristics of modal verbs?

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1. They do not have the endings -s, -ed, or -ing. 2. They are followed by a bare infinitive (without 'to'). 3. They do not have verb tenses.

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What is the modal verb for strong obligation?

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Must (deber más fuerte que 'Have to')

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Give an example of 'must' in a sentence.

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You must wear a uniform.

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What is the modal verb for obligation that is less strong than 'must'?

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Have to (Tener que)

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Give an example of 'have to' in a sentence.

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You have to study more.

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What is the modal verb for necessity?

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Need to (necesitar que) or Have to (Tener que) or Don't have to (no tener que) or Needn't (no necesitar que)