Modal Verbs

Learning outcomes: -By learning more about modal verbs the student will get a better understanding of what modal verbs are and how to use it. -The student will be able to test their knowledge on modal verbs by working through some activities. -The student will feel more confident after the lesson because they will be one step closer to becoming a proficient English speaker. Good luck!

Definition of modal verb grammar. : a verb (such as can, could, shall, should, ought to, will, or would) that is usually used with another verb to express ideas such as possibility, necessity, and permission.

Note: The word 'will' is generally used as a modal verb, but it can also be used as a noun. 'Would' is also a modal verb and is the past tense of will. Another difference between 'will' and 'would' is that 'will' is used in statements that refer to the future while 'would' is used to refer events to the past.

Note: Won't has to do with intent. Wouldn't has to do with caution or may even be used for an imaginary situation.

Note: Would is used to talk about a possible or imagined situation, and is often used when that possible situation is not going to happen. Should is used to say that something is the proper or best thing to do, or to say that someone ought to do something or must do something.

List for Modal verbs 1: Choose the correct option: 1. Must or Can 2. Can't or Won't 3. Couldn't or Shouldn't 4. Would or Will 5. Must or Could 6. Should or Would 7. Mustn't or Couldn't 8. Shall or Can 9. Would or Could 10. Won't or Wouldn't

List for Modal verbs 2: Choose the correct option: 1. Must or Can 2. Couldn't or Shouldn't 3. Mustn't or Couldn't 4. Could or Must 5. Will or Would 6. Must or Can 7. Mustn't or Can't 8. Would or Will 9. Wouldn't or Won't 10. Shouldn't or Couldn't

List for Modal verbs 3: Choose the correct option: 1. Will or Can 2. Should or Would 3. Must or Would 4. Can or Must 5. Mustn't or Can't 6. Would or Shall 7. Couldn't or Shouldn't 8. Will or Would 9. Mustn't or Couldn't 10. Will or May

Lesson summary: A modal verb is a special type of verb. Modal verbs change or affect other verbs in a sentence. They are used to show the level of possibility, indicate ability, show obligation or give permission. Modal verbs behave differently to ‘ordinary’ verbs. Enjoy working through these notes and remember that practice makes perfect. 🥰