Modal Verbs for Possibility and Obligation
Exploring the use of modal verbs (e.g., 'might', 'should', 'could', 'must') to express degrees of possibility or obligation.
Key Questions
- Differentiate how different modal verbs convey varying degrees of certainty or obligation.
- Construct sentences using modal verbs to express a range of possibilities.
- Analyze how the choice of a modal verb can influence the tone of a statement.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
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