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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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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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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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'should' suggest?

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'Should' suggests a recommendation or advice. For example, 'You should eat healthy food.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'may' express?

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'May' expresses permission or a possibility. For example, 'You may leave the room now.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'might' imply?

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'Might' implies a weaker possibility than 'may.' For example, 'It might rain later today.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'can' indicate?

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

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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What does 'could' express?

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'Could' expresses a past ability or a possibility. For example, 'I could run fast when I was younger.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you use 'must' for deduction?

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'Must' can be used to make a deduction based on evidence. For example, 'He must be at home; his car is in the driveway.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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How do you use 'should' for advice?

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'Should' is used to give advice or recommendations. For example, 'You should study for the test.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

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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 tomorrow' is more certain than 'It might rain tomorrow.'

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B