Possibility and Probability with Modals
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Objective
I can use modal verbs to express varying degrees of possibility and probability.
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Key concepts
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Modals are auxiliary verbs that help to support the main verb in a sentence and express meanings such as ability, permission, or possibility.
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The modal verb might is used to express a lower level of possibility or uncertainty, while may expresses a higher level of possibility or permission.
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The modal verb must is used to express a strong possibility or certainty about something.
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Practice
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Which of the following is the best definition of a modal verb?
Rewrite the following sentence using a modal verb to express a high degree of certainty: 'It is very likely that he is the team's best player.'
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“Write five sentences, each using a different modal verb (can, might, could, may, must) to express the possibility of an event happening tomorrow.”
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