ELACC4L1 c. Use modal auxiliaries (e.g., can, may, must) to convey various conditions.

I CAN use modal auxiliaries to convey various conditions.

you like a drink?

Would

Can you help me “spot” the

modal auxiliary?

ELACC4L1 c. Use modal auxiliaries (e.g., can, may, must) to convey various conditions.

I CAN use modal auxiliaries to convey various conditions.

Can you help me “spot” the

modal auxiliary?

“could” helps the verb swim

“Can” helps the verb borrow

“May” helps the verb see

ELACC4L1 c. Use modal auxiliaries (e.g., can, may, must) to convey various conditions.

I CAN use modal auxiliaries to convey various conditions.

ELACC4L1 c. Use modal auxiliaries (e.g., can, may, must) to convey various conditions.

I CAN use modal auxiliaries to convey various conditions.

Is it….

to show ability

to get permission

to show necessity

Modal Auxiliary

Function(s)

May / Might May – ask permission, possibility (more formal language) Might – possibility

Can / Could Can – ability, ask permission (informal language) Could – ability, possibility, certainty, ask permission

Shall / Should Shall – ask permission, obligation (formal language) Should – suggestion, possibility

Will / Would Will and would – express willingness, intention, probability, requests, offers and invitations

Must Must - necessity

you like a drink?

What is the function of the modal auxiliary?

Would The function of the modal “Would” is “to offer”.

Can you help me “spot” the

function of each modal auxiliary?

Can you help me “spot” the

function of each modal auxiliary?

Can you help me “spot” the

function of each modal auxiliary?

Is it….

to show ability

to get permission

to show necessity

Modal Auxiliary

Function(s)

May / Might May – ask permission, possibility (more formal language) Might – possibility

Can / Could Can – ability, ask permission (informal language) Could – ability, possibility, certainty, ask permission

Shall / Should Shall – ask permission, obligation (formal language) Should – suggestion, possibility

Will / Would Will and would – express willingness, intention, probability, requests, offers and invitations

Must Must - necessity

can

Which is the BEST modal to complete

this sentence?

Snakes and Ladders Game with Modals!

Directions: Look at the chart found on your student learning map. Choose the BEST modal to

complete each sentence.

1. ____________ you look at my paper and see if find any errors? (Must, Would)

2. You __________ show your work as you complete your math worksheet. (would, must)

3. You _________ go to the restroom after you finish your work. (would, may)

4. The Georgia Bulldogs won forty to nothing. You __________ have been there! (should, can)

5. Zy _______ play the piano. (can, would)

6. If Macy studied, she _________ be an A student. (must, could)

7. I will wipe the counters, if you ________ sweep the floors. (will, shall)

8. Which modal verb would BEST expresses possibility in the sentence below?

Your order __________ be shipped out the next day. (must, should)

9. Which modal verb would BEST expresses necessity in the sentence below?

I ________ have my order by Friday. (must, should)

10. Which modal verb would BEST expresses ability in the sentence below?

Filip ________ see the students building a snowman. (must, can)

11. Which modal verb would BEST expresses an offer in the sentence below?

___________ you like me to help you bake a cake? (Can, Would)

12. Which modal verb would BEST expresses necessity/obligation in the sentence below?

Tia ________ babysit her little brother everyday after school until her mother gets home from work. (must, might)

should, must

could, may, might

Modal Auxiliary

Function(s)

May / Might May – ask permission, possibility (more formal language) Might – possibility

Can / Could Can – ability, ask permission (informal language) Could – ability, possibility, certainty, ask permission

Shall / Should Shall – ask permission, obligation (formal language) Should – suggestion, possibility

Will / Would Will and would – express willingness, intention, probability, requests, offers and invitations

Must Must - necessity

You may go to the library to check out

another book.

Which sentence uses a modal verb that shows

permission?

Hoop Shoot with Modals!!!

1. Which of the following is a modal verb?

You must maintain a passing average to play a high school sport.

A. must B. maintain C. play

2. Which modal verb would BEST complete the sentence?

“___________ I go to the restroom?” Zy asked her teacher.

A. Must B. Shall C. May

3. Which sentence has a modal verb that shows permission?

A. You can’t smoke in this hospital.

B. You must have made a mistake.

C. Terri might go hunting if he gets home early.

4. Which word in the box is a modal auxiliary verb?

Would you like cheese or pepperoni pizza?

A. Would B. like C. pizza

5. Which of the following sentences has a modal verb that shows suggestion?

A. She can ski better than anyone I know.

B. You should visit the library more often.

C. I will help you make the brownies.

6. Which modal verb would BEST express necessity in this sentence?

You ________ drink plenty of liquids since you are sick.

A. could B. must C. should

7. Which sentence uses the modal verb can correctly?

A. Ducky asked the teacher, “Can I go to the restroom?”

B. Can you like to come over for dinner?

C. In gym class, Caleb can do over 100 push ups.

8. Which of the following words is a modal auxiliary verb?

A. after B. function C. might