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Degrees of obligation

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    using phrases to show rules and advice
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  • All visitors have to have a visa. (compulsory)
    It's compulsory for all visitors to have a visa.
  •  15
  • You should hurry up before the shops close. (better)
    You'd better hurry up before the shops close.
  •  15
  • It's against the rules to use mobile phones in this area. (allowed)
    Using mobile phones in this area is not allowed / You're not allowed to use...
  •  15
  • "Do I need to take notes?" "You decide." (up)
    It's up to you.
  •  15
  • You should see a doctor about that cough. (ought)
    You ought to see a doctor about that cough.
  •  15
  • The sign says there's no parking in this street. (supposed)
    You're not supposed to park in this street.
  •  15
  • It's not necessary to wear a uniform when learning online. (need)
    You needn't wear... / You don't need to wear a uniform...
  •  15
  • You are obliged to keep to the speed limit. (must)
    You must keep to the speed limit. / You mustn't break the speed limit.
  •  15