Modal Verbs Functions and Semi-Modals
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Which of the following is a function of modals?

  • To express obligation or duty (correct)
  • To describe a past habit or action
  • To show willingness or refusal
  • To indicate a present obligation

    • Which of the following is considered a semi-modal verb?

  • Shall
  • Need to (correct)
  • Can
  • Might

    • What is the difference between 'ought to' and 'should'?

  • 'Should' is used for willingness while 'ought to' is used for refusal
  • 'Should' indicates a past obligation while 'ought to' indicates a present obligation
  • 'Ought to' is more formal than 'should' (correct)
  • 'Ought to' is used for ability while 'should' is used for permission

    • How does 'used to' differ from other modal verbs?

    <p>'Used to' describes habitual actions in the past</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way can 'need' function as a semi-modal verb?

    <p>'Need' indicates a present obligation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of verb follows modals according to the rules mentioned?

    <p>A verb in the base form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of semi-modals?

    <p>They are always followed by a verb in the base form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between 'ought to' and 'should'?

    <p>'Ought to' is more formal and less common in everyday conversation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does 'used to' differ from traditional modal verbs?

    <p>It is not inflected for person or tense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When 'need' functions as a semi-modal verb, what type of verb follows it?

    <p>Verb in the base form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function do modals serve when they are used to ask permission?

    <p>Seeking approval or consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does 'have to' play when used in a sentence?

    <p>Showing present obligation or necessity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of verb follows modals according to the rules mentioned?

    <p>Bare infinitive verbs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a function of modals?

    <p>Indicating future possibilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way can 'need' function as a semi-modal verb?

    <p>It can be followed by 'to' in the verb form</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which adverb expresses that something is true or equivalent to the truth?

    <p>Doubtlessly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Filipino term 'Bathala' refer to?

    <p>Most powerful God of all gods and kings of the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known as the grumpy God of the sea?

    <p>Amanikable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Patron ng mga mandirigma' translates to which English phrase?

    <p>'Guardian of warriors'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Taga-tanod ng Lupa' has what role in Filipino mythology?

    <p>'Watcher of the Earth'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Halimaw na ipinapaniwalang kumakain o nananakit ng tao' refers to which creature?

    <p>'Aswang'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Diyosa ng umaga' translates to which English term?

    <p>'Goddess of the morning'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Modals and Semi-Modals

    • Modals serve functions such as asking permission, expressing obligation, and making suggestions.
    • Semi-modal verbs, like 'need', 'have to', and 'ought to', share some characteristics with traditional modal verbs but differ in certain ways.

    Characteristics of Semi-Modals

    • Semi-modals often require a 'to'-infinitive verb form after them, unlike traditional modals.
    • Semi-modals can be used in perfect forms, unlike traditional modals.

    'Ought to' vs. 'Should'

    • Both 'ought to' and 'should' express obligation or recommendation, but 'ought to' is more formal and less common in informal conversations.
    • 'Ought to' is often used in formal writing or in formal situations, while 'should' is more versatile and commonly used in everyday conversations.

    'Used to'

    • 'Used to' is a semi-modal verb that differs from traditional modal verbs in that it has a specific grammatical form and can be used to talk about past habits or states.
    • 'Used to' can be used to express past habits, past situations, or hypothetical situations.

    'Need' as a Semi-Modal

    • When 'need' functions as a semi-modal, it requires a 'to'-infinitive verb form after it.
    • In this context, 'need' expresses obligation or necessity.

    Filipino Mythology

    • 'Bathala' refers to the supreme god in Filipino mythology.
    • 'Patron ng mga mandirigma' translates to 'Patron of Warriors' in English.
    • 'Taga-tanod ng Lupa' has the role of a Guardian of the Earth in Filipino mythology.
    • 'Halimaw na ipinapaniwalang kumakain o nananakit ng tao' refers to a monster that is believed to eat or harm people.
    • 'Diyosa ng umaga' translates to 'Goddess of the Morning' in English.
    • The grumpy god of the sea is known as 'Bakunawa'.

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    Learn about modal verbs and their functions as auxiliary or helping verbs, including abilities, possibilities, permissions, obligations, and suggestions. Also explore semi-modals, a group of verbs sharing characteristics with modal verbs.

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