Modals Flashcards

1
Q

What’s the difference between didn’t need and needn’t ?

A

Didn’t need : something was not done because it was incessant

Ex: i didn’t need to ask the woman her name, i recognized her immediately

Needn’t + verb : something uncessary took place

Ex: she needn’t worry about me, i am fine

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2
Q

What is the negative if must ?

A

Can’t

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3
Q

Mustn’t is for ?

And needn’t and don’t have to ?

A

Negative obligation

Lack of obligation

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4
Q

Ought to/ Oughtn’t to ?

A

Formal

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