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Modal Verb

The document explains modal verbs, which are helping verbs that indicate ability, possibility, necessity, and obligation in actions. It provides examples of various modal verbs such as can, could, may, must, and should, along with their functions and usage in sentences. Additionally, it includes exercises for readers to practice identifying and using modal verbs correctly.

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Modal Verb

The document explains modal verbs, which are helping verbs that indicate ability, possibility, necessity, and obligation in actions. It provides examples of various modal verbs such as can, could, may, must, and should, along with their functions and usage in sentences. Additionally, it includes exercises for readers to practice identifying and using modal verbs correctly.

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Modal Verb

A modal verb is a helping verb that is used along with the main verb to
represent the ability, possibility and probability of a subject to do an
action and emphasise on the necessity of an action.

Examples of Modal Verbs


Modal Function
Verb

Can Used to denote the ability of the subject to perform an


action or to request permission to perform an action

Could Used to denote the ability of the subject to perform an


action or an offer made by the subject to perform an action

May Used to denote the probability of an action taking place or to


request permission to perform an action

Might Used to denote the probability of an action taking place or to


make suggestions

Will Used to denote the surety of an action taking place or the


assurance of the subject to perform a particular action

Would Used to show politeness when requesting or asking if an


action can be done by the subject.

Shall Used to denote the surety of an action taking place or the


assurance of the subject to perform a particular action

Should Used to denote the necessity of an action to be done by the


subject

Must Used to denote the necessity of an action to be done by the


subject

Ought to Used to denote the obligation of the subject to perform a


particular action

How to Use Modal Verbs in Sentences


Given below are a few examples of how modal verbs can be used to
indicate the possibility or probability of an action to take place.
●​ It might rain in the evening.
●​ I think they will reach Coimbatore by 8 pm.
●​ Can you pick up my brother from school on your way home
tomorrow?
●​ I could make some time to help you with your assignments.
●​ Your friends may come to visit you next week.
●​ It would not be possible for you to complete all of it by tomorrow
evening.

Here are some examples of modal verbs being used to show the necessity
and obligation of the subject to perform a particular set of actions.

●​ All students of this institution ought to abide by the rules and


instructions provided.
●​ All employees should follow the dress code strictly.
●​ You must get yourself checked before the situation becomes worse.
●​ Your sister will have to apply for a leave request if she wants to
take a month’s leave.

Modal verbs can be used to make offers, suggestions and requests. Check
out the examples given below for know-how.

●​ It would be better if you did it the other way.


●​ I could help you if you want.
●​ Shall I bring you some water to drink?
●​ Could you please pass me the science record?
●​ Will you please take care of my son for an hour? I have some
grocery shopping to be done.

Here are some examples of how you can use modal verbs in
sentences.

●​ I could help you if you want.


●​ Shall I bring you some water to drink?
●​ Your sister will have to apply for a leave request if she wants to
take a month’s leave.
●​ All students of this institution ought to abide by the rules and
instructions provided.
●​ Can you pick up my brother from school on your way home
tomorrow?
Test Your Knowledge of Modal Verbs
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate modal verb in the following
sentences:

1. ________ you be able to bring your camera when you come?


2. Priya __________ apologise for the confusion that was caused
yesterday because of her carelessness.
3. You _______ finish this first and then start with the other one.
4. ________ I make some tea for you?
5. I ______ make sure to keep everything ready by the time they reach
the railway station.
6. You _______ see to it that the students are standing according to their
roll numbers.
7. ______ I come in?
8. She _______ find it interesting as she likes reading adventure stories.
9. Do you have any idea how much all of this _______ cost?
10. ______ you please help me find my keys?

Ready to find out if you used the right modal verbs? Let us check.
1. Would you be able to bring your camera when you come?
2. Priya should/ought to apologise for the confusion that was caused
yesterday because of her carelessness.
3. You could finish this first and then start with the other one.
4. Shall I make some tea for you?
5. I will make sure to keep everything ready by the time they reach the
railway station.
6. You must see to it that the students are standing according to their roll
numbers.
7. Can/Shall/May I come in?
8. She might find it interesting as she likes reading adventure stories.
9. Do you have any idea how much all of this would cost?
10. Can/Would/Could/Will you please help me find my keys?

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