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Which of the following is NOT a function of modals?
Which of the following is NOT a function of modals?
- Expressing prohibition
- Expressing obligation
- Expressing possibility (correct)
- Expressing permission
What are modals always accompanied by?
What are modals always accompanied by?
- A verb (correct)
- A noun
- A preposition
- An adjective
What do modals of permission help you do?
What do modals of permission help you do?
- Denote likelihood
- Express duties and responsibilities
- Express suggestions
- Win someone's consent (correct)
What do modals of obligation help you realize?
What do modals of obligation help you realize?
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What do modals of prohibition indicate?
What do modals of prohibition indicate?
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Study Notes
Modals Functions
- Modals have four main functions: permission, obligation, prohibition, and ability.
Accompanying Modals
- Modals are always accompanied by a main verb.
Modals of Permission
- Modals of permission (can, could, may, might) help you do something or have the ability to do something.
Modals of Obligation
- Modals of obligation (must, have to, need to) help you realize your responsibilities or duties.
Modals of Prohibition
- Modals of prohibition (can't, mustn't) indicate what is not allowed or what you are not permitted to do.
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