Mastering Modal Verbs

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Which type of modality is concerned with the theoretical possibility of propositions being true or not true?

  • Modal auxiliary verb
  • Semantic content
  • Epistemic modality (correct)
  • Deontic modality

Which of the following is NOT a commonly used modal verb in English?

  • Can
  • May
  • Go (correct)
  • Shall

What is the function of a modal auxiliary verb?

  • To give advice
  • To indicate a modality
  • To provide semantic content
  • To govern the main verb (correct)

Which type of modality is concerned with possibility and necessity in terms of freedom to act?

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What is the base form of a verb that is generally accompanied by a modal verb?

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