THE MODAL VERBS

MIGHT
1. Past possibilities
  1. 1. They might cook desserts.
  2. 2. You might not see her tomorrow.
  3. 3. Might we be back by noon ?
MAY
1. Present possibilities and ask permission.
  1. 1. We may go to the beach.
  2. 2. You may not speak at the language festival.
  3. 3. May Carlos run injured ?
SHOULD
1. For advices
  1. 3. Should Edgar pass the exam to avoid missing the year ?
  2. 1. He should drive carefully
  3. 2. She should not be working without pay.
COULD
1. Past abilities, possibilities and ask permission.
  1. 1. You could be the best of class.
  2. 2. She could not play in a great place.
  3. 3. Could he be a great artist ?
OUGHT TO
1. For advices
  1. 1. You ought to rest at your work.
  2. 2. The kids ought not to go outside alone.
  3. 3. Ought Lorena to study what she likes.
HAVE TO
1. For obligations
  1. 1. Karen has to take the children to the school.
  2. 2. They do not have to help you with your work.
  3. 3. Do you have to return later ?
CAN
1. Present abilities and ask permission.
  1. 1. I can sing on stage
  2. 2. I can not dance in the presentation
  3. 3. Can you participate in the contest ?
MUST
1. For obligations LAWS
  1. 1. You must stay home.
  2. 2. He must not go out without mask.
  3. 3. Must Paula come home early ?

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	Created by luisa fernanda Obando over 4 years ago