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Mastering Modal Verbs

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How are modal verbs used in sentences?

They are used to express past actions

They are used to indicate ability, necessity, possibility, and permission (correct)

They are used to change the form of the main verb

They are used as the main verb in a sentence

Which term best describes a modal verb?

A verb that changes form depending on the subject

A verb that indicates past tense

A verb that is always used with an auxiliary verb

A verb that expresses possibility, ability, permission, or necessity (correct)

What is the function of the modal verb 'will'?

To express past actions

To form the future tense (correct)

To indicate ability

To change the form of the main verb

Where do modal verbs typically appear in a sentence?

<p>Before the main verb</p> Signup and view all the answers

Do modal verbs change form?

<p>No, modal verbs never change form</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Modal verbs are used to express degrees of certainty, possibility, and obligation about an action or situation.
They help to modify the main verb, indicating the attitude of the speaker towards the action.

A modal verb is a type of auxiliary verb that expresses modality, which includes notions such as possibility, obligation, and permission.

Function of 'Will'

The modal verb 'will' is used to express future actions, predictions, and promises.

Modal verbs typically appear before the main verb in a sentence, and are often used in combination with other verbs.

Modal verbs do not change form, they have the same form in all tenses, and do not add -s, -ed, or -ing to indicate tense.

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Test your knowledge of modal verbs with this quiz! Learn the definition, examples, and usage of modal verbs including expressing possibility, ability, permission, or necessity. Are you ready to become a master of modal verbs? Take the quiz now!