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 'may' express?

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'May' expresses permission or possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room.' or 'It may rain tomorrow.'

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What does 'might' suggest?

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'Might' suggests a lower possibility than 'may'. For example, 'It might rain later.'

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What does 'can' indicate?

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'Can' indicates ability or possibility. For example, 'I can swim.' or 'Can I help you?'

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What does 'could' imply?

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'Could' implies a past ability or a possibility. For example, 'I could swim when I was younger.' or 'It could rain later.'

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What does 'should' express?

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

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What does 'mustn't' mean?

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'Mustn't' indicates prohibition. For example, 'You mustn't smoke in the hospital.'

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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 sugar.'

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What is the difference between 'may' and 'might'?

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'May' suggests a higher possibility than 'might'. For example, 'It may rain' (more likely) vs. 'It might rain' (less likely).