Politeness
What is a more polite way to ask this question:
"Can I have a glass of water?"
"May I have a glass of water, please?"
What is one of the modal verbs you can use to express necessity? (Something that you NEED to do).
Must
Have to
What is the modal verb you can use to give suggestions?
Should, must, or have to?
Should
What modal verb do you use to talk about something someone is able to do?
Can
What is the past of can?
could
Which is the most polite:
Could you take my picture?
Will you take my picture?
Could you take my picture?
What modal verb is used to talk about something that NEEDS to happen (not an option to not do it)?
Must
How can we change this to a suggestion?
You must not drink water from the lake.
You should not drink water from the lake.
How can we change this to make it negative?
She can sing very beautifully.
She can't sing very beautifully.
Which modal verb is used for the future?
Could
Would
Will
Will
Change this polite question with a different modal verb:
Could you take my dog on a walk?
Would you...
Change this sentence to make it an obligation:
You can come to my house later.
You must come to my house later.
Give me some advice using "should."
I am failing this class and I need to pass it.
You should study hard for the final exam.
Change this sentence using "able to"
I can drive you to the airport.
I am able to drive you to the airport.
Change this sentence to the past:
I have to study hard for the test.
I had to study hard for the test.
Is this question considered rude?
Can I talk to you later?
No, it is very common to hear questions like this.
How can I tell someone they are not allowed to smoke in the building?
You must not smoke in the building.
Give me some advice using "should." Give me at least 2 pieces of advice.
I need to stop smoking, but it is really hard for me. I smoke whenever I am stressed out.
You should learn how to relax better.
You should set a specific goal.
Change these sentences using "be able to"
She can help her friend move.
I can cook dinner right now.
She is able to help her friend move.
I am able to cook dinner right now.
Change this sentence to the past:
I am able to eat a lot of food.
I was able to eat a lot of food.
Which asks more directly for a commitment?
Would you OR Could you
Would you
What is the contraction for must not?
mustn't
What advice would you give a friend who wants to break up with her boyfriend but it nervous about doing it because she doesn't want to hurt his feelings?
What is the difference in meaning between the two sentences:
"I can drive you to your job interview."
"I am able to drive you to your job interview."
One is about ability and one is about ability in the moment
Is this sentence correct, or is there an error?
When I was younger, I knew how to play piano, but now I don't knew how to anymore.