Understanding 'Had Better' Usage

Understanding 'Had Better' Usage

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video tutorial by Rachna introduces the modal verb 'had better', explaining its use in giving advice or suggestions in specific situations where negative consequences may occur if the advice is not followed. The tutorial differentiates 'had better' from 'should', emphasizing its use in particular contexts rather than general advice. It covers forming negative sentences and questions with 'had better', providing examples to illustrate these concepts.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of 'had better' as a modal verb?

To describe a past event

To express a wish

To give advice or suggestions

To make a request

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what type of situations is 'had better' typically used?

Particular situations with potential negative outcomes

Hypothetical situations

Past situations

General situations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the implication of using 'had better' in advice?

It is a polite suggestion.

It is a command.

It implies a potential negative consequence if not followed.

It suggests a positive outcome.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the implication of using 'had better' in a sentence?

It suggests a positive outcome.

It implies a potential negative consequence if not followed.

It is a polite suggestion.

It is a command.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does 'had better' differ from 'should'?

'Had better' is used for general advice, while 'should' is for specific advice.

'Had better' implies a negative consequence if not followed, while 'should' does not.

'Should' is used for past advice, while 'had better' is for future advice.

'Should' is more formal than 'had better'.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between 'had better' and 'should'?

'Should' is used for future advice.

'Had better' is used for past advice.

'Should' implies a stronger consequence.

'Had better' implies a stronger consequence.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between 'had better' and 'should'?

'Should' implies a stronger consequence.

'Should' is used for future advice.

'Had better' is used for past advice.

'Had better' implies a stronger consequence.

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