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Which modal verb is used to express formal commands or suggestions mainly in British English?
Which modal verb is used to express formal commands or suggestions mainly in British English?
- May
- Could
- Shall (correct)
- Can
In what way do 'May' and 'Might' differ in their usage as modal verbs?
In what way do 'May' and 'Might' differ in their usage as modal verbs?
- 'May' expresses possibility, 'Might' expresses hypothetical situations (correct)
- 'May' expresses necessity, 'Might' expresses possibility
- 'May' expresses permission, 'Might' expresses necessity
- 'May' expresses possibility, 'Might' expresses permission
Which modal verb is used to express future time or willingness?
Which modal verb is used to express future time or willingness?
- Will (correct)
- Should
- Would
- Must
What does the use of 'Must' as a modal verb primarily indicate?
What does the use of 'Must' as a modal verb primarily indicate?
When negating modal verbs, what word is added after the modal verb?
When negating modal verbs, what word is added after the modal verb?
How can modal verbs be stacked to express complex meanings?
How can modal verbs be stacked to express complex meanings?