MODALS Flashcards
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It is a kind of helping verb that adds info to the verb that follows
MODALS
What do modals denote?
- ABILITY
- POSSIBILITY
- NECESSITY AND OBLIGATION
- PERMISSION AND PROHIBITION
In the context of modals, what does the mnemonic device “Can Cody Make Many Wonderful Wishes? Surely She Must!” mean?
Can = Can
Cody = Could
Make = May
Many = Might
Wonderful = Will
Wishes? = Would
Surely = Shall
She = Should
Must = Must
Modals that add a degree to a subject’s ability to do an action?
Modals of ABILITY
Examples of modals of ABILITY
CAN, COULD
Modals that add a degree of possibility to an action, some strongly express possibility while some imply uncertainty
Modals of LOGICAL POSSIBILITY
What modals of logical possibility strongly express possibility?
MUST (Weaker: SHOULD)
What modals of logical possibility imply uncertainty?
COULD, MIGHT
Modals that express that something is not optional, imply absolute necessity or strong recommendation
Modals of NECESSITY
What are some examples of modals of necessity?
MUST, SHOULD
Modals that are usually used for requests (some might express strong formality)
Modals of PERMISSION
What are examples of modals of permission? Note the modals that express strong formality with an asterisk
- CAN
- MAY*
- MIGHT*
When can you use modals in academic writing?
Use modals when MAKING SUGGESTIONS, PREDICTIONS, OR ASKING QUESTIONS
What modal/s is/are used to state an ability or opportunity IN THE PAST?
COULD, WAS/WERE ABLE TO
What modal/s is/are used to state that an opportunity RESULTED IN A PARTICULAR ACTION?
WAS/WERE ABLE TO
What modal is used when asking FOR permission?
MAY
What modal is used when asking ABOUT permission?
BE ALLOWED TO
What modal is used when the SPEAKER FEELS SOMETHING IS NECESSARY?
MUST
What modal is used when THE SITUATION MAKES SOMETHING NECESSARY?
HAVE TO
