Modals

• What are some examples of modal verbs?

  ought to, could, would, must, have to, have got to
• What are modal verbs?

  Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that express necessity, ability, permission, or possibility.
• List some examples of modal verbs.

  can, could, may, might, must, should, will, shall, would, ought to, have to, have got to
• What follows modal verbs in a sentence?

  Modal verbs are always followed by a verb in its base form.
• How would you use 'can' in a sentence?

  He can speak Chinese.
• How does 'may' function in a sentence?

  'May' expresses future possibility or permission.
• What is a key characteristic of many modal verbs regarding tenses?


  Many modal verbs cannot be used in the past tenses or the future tenses.
• What does 'will' indicate in a sentence?

  'Will' is used to speak about future actions that we are sure or convinced about.
• Provide an example of using 'will not' in a sentence.


  We will not be in the office tomorrow.
• What does 'can' express in a sentence?

  'Can' expresses general ability, possibility, opportunity, or permission.
• How would you use 'could' in a past context?

  He could speak only Hebrew when he was a kid.
• What does 'may' indicate when asking for permission?

  'May' indicates a request for permission.
• Give an example of using 'might' in a sentence.


  We might come on time, but if you miss the bus, we might be late.
• What does 'should' express in a sentence?

  'Should' expresses advice or a strong suggestion.
• Provide an example of using 'must' in a sentence.

  She must take a pill because she is sick.
• What does 'have to' indicate in a sentence?

  'Have to' indicates necessity or obligation.
• How would you use 'ought to' in a recommendation?

  You ought to see that great movie.
• What are the uses of modal verbs?

  • Express necessity
  • Indicate ability
  • Grant permission
  • Show possibility
  • Provide advice or obligation
• What are the differences between 'must' and 'should'?

  • 'Must' indicates strong obligation or necessity.
  • 'Should' indicates advice or a strong suggestion.
• What are the negative contractions of modal verbs?

  • 'Will not' = won't
  • 'Can not' = can't
  • 'Must not' = mustn't
  • 'Have not' = haven't
• What is the purpose of the exercises mentioned in the study material?

  The exercises are for practicing modal verbs and their substitutes.
• Why is it important to know the meaning of modal verbs?

  It is important to know their meaning and the substitutes for these modal verbs because many cannot be used in all English tenses.