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1. She ___ speak three languages fluently. (Ability)
Can
You ___ finish your homework before watching TV. (advice / recommendation)
should
___ I borrow your pen for a moment? (Permission / polite request)
May / Can
They ___ go to the beach tomorrow if the weather is nice. (possibility)
might / may
When I was younger, I ___ run very fast. (past ability)
could
You ___ not talk during the exam. It’s a rule! (obligation)
must
What is the function of the modal in the sentence: "You should drink more water."
advice
What does the modal "would" express in this sentence: "would you like some tea?"
polite request
What is the difference between “can” and “could”?
“Can” is used for present/future ability or permission, while “could” is used for past ability or polite requests.
What are the functions of modal verbs in English?
To express ability, possibility, permission, obligation, pas ability, polite request or advice.
You ___ try to sleep earlier at night. (advice / recommendation)
should
“Could you help me carry this box?” What is the function of “could” here?
polite request
“You should eat vegetables everyday.” What is the function of “should” in this sentence?
advice / recommendation
