Uses
We use this modal to talk about general ability in the present and the future.
Can
What form of the verb follows a modal?
Infinitive
How do we form a positive sentence with modals?
Noun + modal verb + verb + predicate
How do we form a negative sentence with modals?
Noun + modal verb + not + verb + predicate
How do we form an interrogative sentence with modals?
Modal verb + noun + verb + predicate
We use this modal for polite requests.
Could / May / Would
Which modal verb can we replace with may?
Can
Form a sentence using must.
Form a sentence using can.
Form a sentence using may.
We use this modal to talk about obligations.
Must / Have to
What do the modals needn't and don't have to have in common?
Lack of obligation or necessity.
Form a sentence using should.
Form a sentence using must.
Form a sentence using have to.
We use this modal to give advice and make suggestions.
Should / Ought to
What do the modals could and was able to have in common?
General ability in the past.
Form a sentence using might.
Form a sentence using have to.
Form a sentence using would.
We use this modal for offers and for strong intentions.
Shall
Which three questions have a similar meaning?
a) Shall I check your bike?
b) Should I check your bike?
c) May I check your bike?
d) Can I check your bike?
e) Could I check your bike?
c, d and e
Form a sentence using shall.
Form a sentence using should.
Form a sentence using should.