The document discusses the use of modal verbs in the English language. It explains that modal verbs are used to express ideas like ability, permission, necessity, obligation, possibility, and probability. Some common modal verbs discussed are can, could, may, might, must, have to, need to, shall, should, will, and would. The document provides examples of how these modal verbs are used in different contexts like expressing ability, permission, obligation, possibility, probability, giving commands or suggestions, and asking questions. It also includes an activity with multiple choice questions to test understanding of using the correct modal verb in different sentences.

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7. The modal verb can expresses whether the subject of
a sentence is able to do something. Likewise, the
negative form, cannot or can’t, shows that the subject
is unable to do something.
EXAMPLES:
• She can speak three languages but none of them
well.
• You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make
it drink

8. In a situation when something is possible but not
certain, use the modal verb could, may, or might.
EXAMPLES:
• Judging by the clouds, it might rain today.
• She may become the youngest pro soccer player
ever.

9. Modal verbs can express a necessary action, such as an
obligation, duty, or requirement. Likewise, the negative forms
express that an action is not necessary. Use the same modal
verbs as with commands: must, have, and need.
EXAMPLES:
• We have to wait for our boss to arrive before we open.
• You don’t need to come if you don’t want to.

10. If you want to ask permission to do something, start
your question with can, may, or could. In modern
informal usage, may and can are both perfectly
acceptable options for describing possibility or
permission.
EXAMPLES:
• Students, you may leave early today.
• Could I play too?

11. Some things seem likely to be true but can’t be stated
as definite facts. In these cases, you can use the
modal verbs should and must to show probability
without certainty.
EXAMPLES:
• Her parents must be so proud.
• My baby brother should be asleep by now.

12. Similarly, if you want to ask someone else to do
something, start your question with will, would, can, or
could.
EXAMPLES
• Would you get that box off the top shelf?
• Will you turn that music down?

13. What if you want to recommend a course of action but
not command it? If you’re giving suggestions or advice
without ordering someone around, you can use the
modal verb should.
EXAMPLES
• You should try the lasagna.
• That guy should wear less cologne.

14. If you want to command someone, use the modal
verbs must, have, or need. With the latter two, the
main verb does not drop the word to from its infinitive
form.
EXAMPLES:
• You must wash your hands before cooking.
• You need to be here before 8:00.

15. ACTIVITY 1: INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the correct word that would best complete the
sentence. Please click to select your answer.
1. Jahna ________ turn 18 this year, but because of the pandemic, we have cancelled all the
preparations and reservations.
A. can B. may C. must D. will
2. To look pleasant is a key in getting a job. So, you ________ wear appropriate attire for
your interview.
A. could B. might C. should D. would
3. During Enhanced Community Quarantine, only those who have quarantine
passes________ go outside from their houses to buy necessities.
A. can B. cannot C. must D. must not
4. My father works abroad, but he promised that he ________ return home on my graduation
day.
A. can B. may C. must D. will
5. Everyone ________ obey the health protocols given by these governments to prevent the
spread of the virus and stop the pandemic.
A. can B. cannot C. may D. must

16. ACTIVITY 1: INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the correct word that would best complete the
sentence. Please click to select your answer.
6. When he came to the party, he saw that they can ________ sing on their own.
A. might B. could C. can D. should
7. ________ I call the theatre and ask their availability?
A. might B. may C. could D. will
8. All students ________ participate in the Sports Day events.
A. could B. would C. might D. should
9.It clearly says that it is an accident prone area, One ________ be careful while driving here.
A. can B. could C. must D. would
10 ________ anybody attend the seminar or is it just for registered applicants?
A. can B. have to C. should D. must

17. Fill in the modals as per the clues given in the brackets.
• I ______________ not come to the party. (small possibility)
• It ______________ rain soon. (possibility)
• _____________________ I go now, sir? (asking permission)
• The boss ____________ agree to what he is saying. (small possibility)
• Kobi _____________ be taller than Lebron. (to express conclusion)
• We ______________ follow the traffic rules. (to express necessity)
• _______________ you mind if I use your phone? (seeking permission)
• We ________________ work together and finish the work.( future
action)
• She _______________ dance (ability)
• I ______________ run very fast when I was young. ( past ability)

19. Look at the pciture below.
• How do you feel
about the children in
the picture?
• Why do you think the
children are happy?
• For you, is it safe for
them to play in the
river?