What is a MODAL?
• A modal is a type of auxiliary (helping) verb.
__________ is common in British English and is stronger than “have to”.
Have got to
In Mexico you ______ pay tax
have to
Modals that express a recommendation or moral obligation:
Should and Ought to
We use “______” to talk about what is necessary.
need to
You probably _______ study for your exam so you don't fail.
should
Modals that primarily express a firm obligation or necessity:
Must and Have to
______ is a weak obligation, and we use it to give advice.
Should
She's bleeding, she ________ see a doctor.
needs to
This modal doesn’t change its ending
Must
__________ is used to express an obligation or an expectation that someone should do something.
Ought to
“I ____ stop smoking!”
must
We can also use “_________” to talk about rules and regulations.
have to
“_______” is like “have to”
Need to
Give an example of how to use OUGHT TO