MODAL VERBS
Val can play the piano.
You can swim fast.
How do you say someone has an ability using can as a modal verb?
Teacher
I ran into the table and now I have a purple mark on my leg.
Do you have a bruise?
It hurts when I drink water and even when I talk.
Do you have a sore throat?
Did you talk to the teacher?
Yes, I talked to the teacher.
It might snow tomorrow.
My brother might come for dinner.
How do you say something is possible using might as a modal verb?
Make your bed.
Parent
I pulled a cookie pan out of the hot oven and touched the metal.
Do you have a burn?
I need a box of tissues near me at all times.
Do you have a runny nose?
Did you watch the soccer game yesterday?
Students should practice English at home.
You should get some rest.
Step out of the vehicle.
Police Officer
He went to the beach and did not use sunscreen.
Does he have a sunburn?
I have red bumps on my arm and it is itchy.
Do you have a rash?
Do you need to work Monday?
Yes, I needed to work Monday.
You must not drive without a seatbelt.
How to use must to show necessity.
Dentist
Sara fell and scraped her knee.
What happened to Sara?
He feels hot to the touch but says he is too cold.
Does he have a fever?
Did you call your dad?
Yes, I called him.
Can the teacher dance?
Should we study for the test?
You can use can or should in question to ask if someone as the ability or need.
Please wait here until your name is called.
Receptionist
She stepped in a hole and twisted and now she can't walk.
Does she have a sprained ankle?
She has to rest, her head is hurting.
Does she have a headache or migraine?
Did you cut your finger when you were cutting the potatoes?
Yes, I cut my finger.