Introduction
Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs that can not function as a main verb , unlike auxiliary verbs "be" , "do" and "have" that they can function as a main verb
Common Modal Verbs
| Can Could May Might Must |
Ought to Shall Should Will Would |
Task
We use modal verbs to show if we believe something is certain, probable or possible (or not). We also use modals to do things like talking about ability, asking permission making requests and offers, and so on. For example:
- He can speak Chinese.
- She should be here by 9:00.
- They might not come to the party.
- I couldn’t sleep last night.
- You may use your cell phones now
- We will learn English
- Chris shall be happy to see you.
Process
Evaluation
Fill in the correct form of can, could or be able, might, may or should or shouldn't to as in the sentences:
- _______ Tony run long distances when he was a boy?
- ______ you please call a tow truck for me? My car broke down. (polite)
- You _____ want to stop by the museum gift shop on your way out.
- _____ I have your autograph?
- He ______ visit the Louvre. He’s in Paris anyway.
- You _____ get your teeth cleaned at least once a year.
- The house ______ be ready to move into by next month. It’s almost finished.
- Ron ________ to improve his attitude. If he doesn’t, he might get fired.
Credits
Webquest created by
ROSA MÁRQUEZ NÚÑEZ
May - 2016
English Course
Tecnologico Comfenalco University Foundation