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Can, May, Should, Must

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Card 1Modal Verb - Can

What does 'can' mean when talking about ability?

Answer

'Can' shows that someone has the ability to do something. For example: 'I can swim.' This means the person knows how to swim and is able to do it.

Card 2Modal Verb - Can

What is the opposite of 'can'?

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The opposite of 'can' is 'cannot' or 'can't'. It means someone does not have the ability to do something. Example: 'She cannot ride a bike.'

Card 3Modal Verb - Can

Give an example of 'can' used for permission.

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When we ask for permission, we say: 'Can I go outside?' The answer could be: 'Yes, you can.' This shows 'can' is also used to ask or give permission.

Card 4Modal Verb - May

When do we use 'may'?

Answer

'May' is used to ask or give permission in a polite way. Example: 'May I come in?' It is more formal than 'can'.

Card 5Modal Verb - May vs Can

How is 'may' different from 'can' when asking permission?

Answer

'Can' is friendly and common. 'May' is more polite and formal. For example: 'Can I go?' (friendly) vs 'May I go?' (polite). Both are correct, but 'may' is better in formal situations.

Card 6Modal Verb - Should

What does 'should' mean?

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'Should' is used to give advice or suggest what is right to do. Example: 'You should brush your teeth every day.' It means it's a good idea, but not a strict rule.

Card 7Modal Verb - Should

When do we use 'should not'?

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'Should not' (shouldn't) is used to give advice against doing something. Example: 'You should not eat too much sugar.' It means it's not a good idea.

Card 8Modal Verb - Must

What does 'must' mean?

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'Must' shows that something is very important or necessary. Example: 'You must wear a seatbelt in the car.' If you don’t, it could be dangerous or against the rules.

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