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Which of the following is a function of modals?
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?
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'?
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?
How does 'used to' differ from other modal verbs?
In what way can 'need' function as a semi-modal verb?
In what way can 'need' function as a semi-modal verb?
What type of verb follows modals according to the rules mentioned?
What type of verb follows modals according to the rules mentioned?
Which of the following is a characteristic of semi-modals?
Which of the following is a characteristic of semi-modals?
What is the main difference between 'ought to' and 'should'?
What is the main difference between 'ought to' and 'should'?
How does 'used to' differ from traditional modal verbs?
How does 'used to' differ from traditional modal verbs?
When 'need' functions as a semi-modal verb, what type of verb follows it?
When 'need' functions as a semi-modal verb, what type of verb follows it?
Which function do modals serve when they are used to ask permission?
Which function do modals serve when they are used to ask permission?
What role does 'have to' play when used in a sentence?
What role does 'have to' play when used in a sentence?
What type of verb follows modals according to the rules mentioned?
What type of verb follows modals according to the rules mentioned?
Which of the following is a function of modals?
Which of the following is a function of modals?
In what way can 'need' function as a semi-modal verb?
In what way can 'need' function as a semi-modal verb?
Which adverb expresses that something is true or equivalent to the truth?
Which adverb expresses that something is true or equivalent to the truth?
What does the Filipino term 'Bathala' refer to?
What does the Filipino term 'Bathala' refer to?
Who is known as the grumpy God of the sea?
Who is known as the grumpy God of the sea?
'Patron ng mga mandirigma' translates to which English phrase?
'Patron ng mga mandirigma' translates to which English phrase?
'Taga-tanod ng Lupa' has what role in Filipino mythology?
'Taga-tanod ng Lupa' has what role in Filipino mythology?
'Halimaw na ipinapaniwalang kumakain o nananakit ng tao' refers to which creature?
'Halimaw na ipinapaniwalang kumakain o nananakit ng tao' refers to which creature?
'Diyosa ng umaga' translates to which English term?
'Diyosa ng umaga' translates to which English term?
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Function of modals
Function of modals
To express obligation or duty
Semi-modal verb
Semi-modal verb
A type of verb that acts like a modal but has characteristics of a main verb
Difference between ought to and should
Difference between ought to and should
'Ought to' is more formal than 'should'
Used to vs. Modal verbs
Used to vs. Modal verbs
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Need as a semi-modal verb
Need as a semi-modal verb
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Verb following modals
Verb following modals
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Characteristics of semi-modals
Characteristics of semi-modals
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Main difference between ought to and should
Main difference between ought to and should
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Used to's uniqueness
Used to's uniqueness
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Need in semi-modal form
Need in semi-modal form
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Function of modals for permission
Function of modals for permission
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Role of have to
Role of have to
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Verb following modals (repeat)
Verb following modals (repeat)
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Modals indicating future
Modals indicating future
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Need with 'to'
Need with 'to'
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Adverb for truth
Adverb for truth
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Bathala meaning
Bathala meaning
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Grumpy God of the sea
Grumpy God of the sea
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Guardian of warriors
Guardian of warriors
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Watcher of the Earth
Watcher of the Earth
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Aswang definition
Aswang definition
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Goddess of the morning
Goddess of the morning
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Study Notes
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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