Which Modals?
Which two modals are used to suggest?
should, ought to
Ought to I go to the doctor?
Should I go to the doctor?
Most evenings, Jennifer _____________________(ability) finish her homework in less than 15 minutes.
can or is able to
I need more listening practice.
You could try some podcasts or audiobooks.
Jenna ___________________ (be) sick today since she didn't come to work.
may be, might be, or could be
Which three modals are used to express a future possibility?
may, might, & could
She should tell me that she wasn't coming to class today.
She should have told me that she wasn't coming to class today.
He _________________ (future possibility) move to Miami next year.
may, might
What's the best way to get to Old Trafford?
If I were you, I'd get the tram.
Nick ____________________(lose) over 50 pounds. He looks so thin now.
must have lost
Which modals express obligation?
Should, have to, have got to, must, ought to
May you help me with my insurance claim?
Could/can you help me with my insurance claim?
You _____________________ (urgent advice) close your car windows. There is a heavy rainstorm coming.
had better
I've got a massive hangover :(
You shouldn't have drunk so much last night.
The package that I was expecting ____________________ (arrive) today, I didn't see a package by the door.
must not have arrived
Which three modals are used to express ability?
(past, present and future)
can, could, and be able to
Last year, he must take a speed awareness course.
Last year, he had to take a speed awareness course.
Jim ________________ (strong assumption) work long hours. I usually don't see him get home until after 9pm.
must, has to, or has got to
I'm so tired at the moment.
You should/ought to try and get some more sleep.
I finished all of my homework this afternoon. I ____________ (study) tonight.
Don't have to study
Which modal is used to express a regret?
should have
She must not to attend Edgewood College, she told me that she goes to UW-Madison!
She can't attend Edgewood College.
Sandra ______________________ (assumption) be planning to get married any time soon because she hasn't started shopping for her dress yet.
mustn't
You ________________ (tell) Jim about the birthday party. You don't want to ruin the surprise.
Mustn't tell