Lesson 1 - Modal Verbs Flashcards

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1
Q

it is a special verb that gives additional information about the function of the main verb that follows it.

A

Modal Verbs

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2
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Modal Verbs are used to express what?

A

permission, obligation and prohibition

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3
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Modal Verbs used to express permission?

A

May, Can, and Could

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4
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Modal Verbs used to express obligation?

A

Must and Should

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5
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Modal Verbs used to express prohibition?

A

Must Not (Mustn’t) and Cannot (Can’t)

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6
Q

Identify whether it is TRUE OR FALSE.

Modal Verbs do not change in form or spelling.

A

TRUE

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7
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Identify whether it is TRUE OR FALSE.

Modals are not followed by the bare infinitive.

A

FALSE

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8
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In question or interrogative sentence, apply the ____ using modals.

A

inverted pattern

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9
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Identify whether it is TRUE OR FALSE.

Modal Verbs do not need an additional auxiliary in negative or questions

A

TRUE

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