Modals

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo, vwo
• Leerjaar 2

Good morning!

Today we are going to talk about modal verbs.

By the end of this lesson you can:

• Explain the function of a modal verb
• Use a modal verb in a sentence

Modal verbs

• Auxiliary verb  

• Used to express obligation / willingness / ability etc 

• Followed by bare infinitive 

• Must (not)
• Can (not)
• Have to
• Could
• May
• Might
• Should
• Ought to

• Obligation (necessary)
• Prohibition (not allowed)
• Permission
• Possibility
• Advice 

Look out for signs that say you ____ go into a particular area.

You ____ keep your food in a special box so it doesn't attract bears.

You ____ carry bear spray, but it might be a good idea.

You ____ stay in the camp overnight, it is not safe to go outside. 

You ____ always carry a map, just in case you get lost.

Must

Have to

Don't have to

Can not

Should

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Obligation / Necessary

Prohibition / Not allowed

Ability

Permission 

Possibility 

Advice 

Must

Must not

Can

Can

Can

Can not

Could

Could

May

May

Might

Might

Should

Ought to

Writing assignment: Tour guide 

In pairs or on your own, use sentences with modal verbs to create a tour guide of Almere or another city you know well.

• write down at least six activities / tips with different modal verbs
• use your laptop or on paper to make your work look like an actual guide
• use Tripadvisor for inspiration 

What are modal verbs used for?

What modal would you use when something is an obligation?

What modal would you use when something is prohibited?

Do you have any tips or tops about today's lesson?