English Learning: Modals_English_SMA.pptx

modals

1. Modals in English Materi Bahasa Inggris SMA

2. What are Modal Verbs? Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs used to express ability, possibility, permission, obligation, advice, etc. Examples: can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would, ought to.

3. Common Modal Verbs • Can – ability, permission • Could – past ability, polite request • May – formal permission, possibility • Might – small possibility • Must – strong necessity, certainty • Should – advice, mild obligation • Shall – suggestion, formal offer • Will – future, promise • Would – polite request, past habit • Ought to – advice, moral duty

4. Sentence Structure with Modals Structure: [Subject] + [Modal] + [Base Verb] Examples: • She can swim. • You should study. • They might come later.

5. Modal Verbs: Meaning Differences • Can vs. May (Permission) - Can I go out? (informal) - May I go out? (formal) • Must vs. Have to - Must: personal or strong obligation - Have to: external requirement

6. Exercise: Choose the Correct Modal 1. You ___ wear a helmet. (should) 2. I ___ play the piano at five. (could) 3. ___ I borrow your book? (could) 4. They ___ be at home. I saw them leave. (can’t)

7. Homework / Project ✔ Make 5 sentences using different modals. ✔ Identify the function (ability, permission, advice, etc). ✔ Create a short dialogue using at least 3 modal verbs.