Must v.s Have to
What is the first song we hear from the Saja Boys?
Soda Pop
You _______ talk during the exam.
“Mustn’t” means it is not allowed
It ______ rain this afternoon. I saw dark clouds earlier.
may
This is a real possibility because you see dark clouds.
When I was younger, I _________ run very fast.
could
Ability in the past.
What is the definition of MIGHT
a strong internal obligation (the speaker feels it’s necessary)
I _______ call my mom. It's her birthday!
must
“Must” shows a strong personal feeling or internal obligation.
You __________ use your phone during the test.
mustn’t
Mustn’t = forbidden. Phones are not allowed during a test.
She ______ come to the party, but she’s not sure yet.
might
She’s unsure, so the possibility is less certain.
He studied a lot, but he still _________ understand the lesson.
couldn’t
Even with studying, he was unable to understand.
What is the meaning of HAVE TO
an external obligation (a rule, schedule, or someone else says so)
You _______ be quiet in the library.
“Have to”
because it’s a general rule everyone must follow.
You _______ bring food if you don’t want to.
“Don’t have to”
means it’s not necessary but allowed.
He ______ forget his homework again. He usually does.
might
It’s not certain, just a lower possibility based on habit.
What did Mira wear at the Met Gala?
Sleeping bag
What is the meaning of COULD
1. Past ability
Used to talk about something you were able to do in the past.
2. Possibility (now or future)
Used to show that something is possible.
3. Polite requests
Used to ask for something politely.
I _______ finish this before midnight. My boss needs it.
“Have to”
because someone else (your boss) is creating the obligation.
I __________ bring my umbrella, but I will anyway.
don’t have to
Don’t have to = not necessary. It isn’t required.
Who is the main rapper in HUNTR/X?
Zoey
She _________ solve the puzzle quickly. She’s really smart.
could
She was able to solve it easily.
How many members are in the Saja Boys?
Five
I _______ drink more water. I feel dehydrated.
“Must”
expresses a personal decision or strong feeling.
Who is HUNTR/X’s manager?
Bobby
They ______ cancel the event because the speaker is sick.
may
There’s a real possibility because the speaker is sick.
We _________ finish the project on time. It was too difficult.
couldn’t
They were unable to finish.
What is the meaning of COULDN'T
1. Past inability
Used to talk about something you were not able to do in the past.
2. Something was impossible
Shows that something cannot happen or didn’t happen.