MODALS of PERMISSION

ALL are synonyms of the word permit EXCEPT

• consent

• authorize

• allow

• restraint

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

These are instances we ask for permission EXCEPT ONE

• when going out somewhere

• when making a decision out of your own will

• when borrowing things from someone

• when asking to speak to someone of authority

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

The following are examples of MODALS. Choose all that applies.

• can

• may

• would

• wish

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which one is used for formal conversation? may or can?

• may

• can

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which one must not be used as a modal of permission?

• can

• may

• could

• ought to

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

The following are functions of the modal CAN EXCEPT...

• It indicates the ability of a person

• To ask for permission

• To request for something

• To present impossibility

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

ALL are functions of the modal MAY EXCEPT...

• To represent the possibility

• It can be used to seek or receive permission

• To show negation

• For wishes and hopes

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Students can use their phones during class hours. What function does CAN play here?

• asking permission

• giving permission

• saying someone has permission

• denying someone permission

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which sentence shows request for something?

• You may now leave the room quietly.

• Can you do multi-tasking?

• Can you forward this memo to the principal?

• You can't leave your personal belongings unattended.

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which scenario or instance can we use the modal MAY?

• writing a complaint to the President

• writing a love letter to your crush

• asking your brother to pass the salt

• asking to borrow your friend's phone

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B