Modal Verbs Review

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What is a modal verb?

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A modal verb is a type of auxiliary verb that expresses necessity, possibility, permission, or ability.

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What does the modal verb 'must' indicate?

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'Must' indicates a strong obligation or necessity.

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What does the modal verb 'can' express?

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'Can' expresses ability or possibility.

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What does the modal verb 'may' indicate?

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'May' indicates permission or a possibility.

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What does the modal verb 'shall' convey?

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'Shall' conveys a formal future action or intention.

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What is the difference between 'will' and 'shall'?

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'Will' is used for future actions in general, while 'shall' is used in formal contexts.

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When would you use 'might'?

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'Might' is used to express a lower possibility than 'may'.

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What is the function of 'should'?

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'Should' indicates a recommendation or advice.

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Can 'must' be used to express a strong belief?

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Yes, 'must' can indicate a strong belief about something.

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How do modal verbs affect the meaning of a sentence?

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Modal verbs change the meaning by adding nuances of ability, permission, obligation, or possibility.