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How are modal verbs used in sentences?
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?
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'?
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?
Where do modal verbs typically appear in a sentence?
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Do modal verbs change form?
Do modal verbs change form?
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Study Notes
Modal Verbs in Sentences
- 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.
Definition of Modal Verbs
- 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.
Position of Modal Verbs
- Modal verbs typically appear before the main verb in a sentence, and are often used in combination with other verbs.
Form of Modal 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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