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Can, May, Should, Must — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 5 · Essentials of English Grammar and Composition

What Can, May, Should, Must covers in ICSE Class 5 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 5 Essentials of English Grammar and Composition · 2026-27

Topics in Can, May, Should, Must

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1. Can and Cannot (Can't)

  • ‘Can’ shows ability or skill.
  • ‘Cannot’ or ‘can’t’ shows lack of ability.
  • ‘Can’ is used to ask for or give permission in informal situations.
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2. May and May not

  • ‘May’ is used to ask for or give permission in a formal or polite way.
  • ‘May not’ is used to deny permission formally.
  • ‘May’ is also used to express good wishes or blessings.
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3. Should and Should not (Shouldn't)

  • ‘Should’ gives advice or suggestions.
  • ‘Should not’ or ‘shouldn’t’ gives negative advice.
  • It is not as strong as 'must' – just a suggestion, not a rule.
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4. Must and Must not (Mustn't)

  • ‘Must’ shows strong necessity or obligation.
  • ‘Must not’ or ‘mustn’t’ shows strong prohibition.
  • Used when something is very important or required by rules.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Modal Verbs

Can / CannotMay / May notShould / Should notMust / Must not

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Key topics in Can, May, Should, Must include Can and Cannot (Can't), May and May not, Should and Should not (Shouldn't), Must and Must not (Mustn't). Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
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