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Which of the following expresses a higher level of possibility?
Which of the following expresses a higher level of possibility?
Which adverb correctly indicates a high degree of possibility?
Which adverb correctly indicates a high degree of possibility?
Which modal verb suggests the lowest level of possibility?
Which modal verb suggests the lowest level of possibility?
_______ you call me later? I _______ be available.
_______ you call me later? I _______ be available.
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I _______ go to the party if I finish my work on time.
I _______ go to the party if I finish my work on time.
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She _______ possibly arrive on time if there is no traffic.
She _______ possibly arrive on time if there is no traffic.
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Study Notes
Degrees of Possibility
- Higher levels of possibility are expressed with adverbs like "certainly" or "probably."
- The adverb "likely" indicates a high degree of possibility, suggesting that an event is expected to happen.
Modal Verbs and Possibility
- "Might" and "may" suggest a medium level of possibility.
- "Could" represents a slightly lower possibility compared to "might" or "may."
- "Can" indicates a fact or ability rather than possibility and suggests the lowest level of uncertainty.
Practical Use of Modal Verbs
- The structure "Could you call me later?" is a polite request, implying potential availability without certainty.
- "I might be available" conveys an uncertain possibility regarding availability later.
- "I will go to the party if I finish my work on time" suggests a condition for the action to occur.
- "She may possibly arrive on time if there is no traffic" indicates a hopeful possibility that relies on external circumstances.
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Test your understanding of adverbs of possibility and modal verbs with this quiz. Determine which expressions indicate varying levels of possibility and strengthen your grasp on these linguistic concepts.
