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Which type of modality is concerned with the theoretical possibility of propositions being true or not true?
Which type of modality is concerned with the theoretical possibility of propositions being true or not true?
- Deontic modality
- Semantic content
- Epistemic modality (correct)
- Modal auxiliary verb
Which one of the following is NOT a commonly used modal verb in English?
Which one of the following is NOT a commonly used modal verb in English?
- May
- Can
- Epistemic (correct)
- Could
What is the function of a modal auxiliary verb?
What is the function of a modal auxiliary verb?
- To provide semantic content
- To indicate a modality
- To express epistemic modality
- To give information about the function of the main verb (correct)
Which type of modality is concerned with possibility and necessity in terms of freedom to act?
Which type of modality is concerned with possibility and necessity in terms of freedom to act?
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What does a modal verb accompany in English?
What does a modal verb accompany in English?
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