Modal verbs by Julio Marcalla

Introduction

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Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs used to express abilities, possibilities, permissions, or obligations.

Some common examples of modal verbs are:

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Can, could.
May, might.
Must.
Shall.
should.
Will.
Would.

1. Can

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Can is used to talk about abilities or possibilities.

Example: "I can swim."

Could:

It is the past form of "can" and is also used to talk about possibilities or abilities in the past.

Example:

"When I was little, I could swim very well."

2. May

marcallajulio7 — 2024-06-25 03:47:33 UTC

"May is used to ask permission or express a possibility".

Example: May I come in?

Might:

Used to express a possibility, but with less certainty than "may".

Example:

"It might rain later."

3. Must

marcallajulio7 — 2024-06-25 16:00:13 UTC

"Must is used to talk about obligations or needs".

Example: You must wear a seatbelt.

6. Will

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"It is used to talk about the future or to make promises".

Example: I will help you with your homework.

Explanation of the use of modal verbs

marcallajulio7 — 2024-06-25 16:24:54 UTC

Watch the following video and analyse the use of different modal verbs in other contexts.

7. Would

marcallajulio7 — 2024-06-25 16:31:30 UTC

It is used to make polite requests or to talk about hypothetical situations.

Example: "Would you like to eat popcorn?".

5. Should

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It is used to give advice or suggestions.

Example: "You should eat more vegetables."

4. Shall

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It is used to make suggestions or offer to do something (more common in British English).

Example: "Shall we go to the park?"

Homework

marcallajulio7 — 2024-06-26 04:10:49 UTC

Comment with a sentence or phrase using the corresponding modal verb.
You can write about your personal experiences, or something someone else has said.

Activity at home: Complete the following activity

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Complete the following exercises and take a screenshot and send it to the teacher.

Homework

melanycabascangouce — 2024-06-26 13:55:09 UTC

Name: Melany Cabascango

Course: 2 "B"

Sentences with modal verbs:

I can play basketboll.
I could swim when I was 10 years old.
I will travel to Puerto Rico.
I would like to drink water.
I shall go to the cineme.
I must do my homework.
I may dance Tango.
I should travel to Manabí.

Homework.

samanthaguanoluisa84 — 2024-06-26 14:09:44 UTC

Name: Samantha Guanoluisa.

Course: 2 "B"

Sentences with modal verbs:

I can bake delicious cakes.

I could run a marathon if I trained harder.

I may go to the party tonight.

I might finish the project by Friday.

I will visit New York.

I should consult a doctor before starting any new exercise.

I would visit my family more often.

I must complete the assignment today.

I shall attend the class.

HOMEWORK

2024-06-26 15:42:53 UTC

NAME. Pamela Vega

COURSE: 2"B"

SENTENCES WITH MODAL VERBS.

I can speak three languages.

When I was younger, I could run very fast.

I may travel to Japan next year.

I might go to the party if I finish my work.

I will start a new course next month.

I should call my parents more often.

I would travel the world if I won the lottery.

I must finish this project by tomorrow.

I shall finish this report by the end of the day.

Homework

anahinojoza18 — 2024-06-27 14:03:51 UTC

Name: Ana Hinojoza

Class: 2nd "B"

Sentences with modal verbs:

I can swim.
I could buy a car if I have much money.
I will visit Europ someday.
I would like to learn a new language.
I shall read more English books.
I must sleep early.
I may play basketball on Sundays.
I should eat more vegetables and less fast food.