Modal Verbs - Grammar Explanation Presentation

Modal Verbs Presentation

1. Modal Verbs
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2. STARTER

3. STARTER
In what situations do you usually give advice?
Do you often ask other people for advice?
Brainstorm what people usually need advice for related to these topics

4. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
CAN YOU ADVICE THESE PEOPLE? USE MODALS VERBS.

5. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
CAN YOU ADVICE THESE PEOPLE? USE MODALS VERBS.
Bullied at school1.

Dear Anne
I'm 13 years old. My classmates make me sick. They treat me badly and
that scares me. I'm very angry. I don't want to go to school any more.
Every morning when I go to my classroom they wait for me by the only
entrance. They want me to give them all my money. What shall I do? I
can't go to my teachers or my parents because they don't believe me!
And I can't change school because this is the only one near the village
where I live. Please help me!

6. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
Reply to bullied at school1.

Dear Friend,
Thank you for your message. I’m so sorry you feel scared and angry. What those students
are doing is wrong, and it must stop.
You should talk to an adult you trust. If your parents or teachers don’t listen, you could
write them a note or ask another adult for help. You ought to tell someone again — don’t
give up.
You must not stay quiet. You should feel safe at school. Be strong — you are not alone.
Take care,
Anne

7. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
CAN YOU ADVICE THESE PEOPLE? USE MODALS VERBS.
2. I pretend I have friends

Dear Anne
I feel so miserable and I'm not sure how to change it. I have a great
boyfriend who has stood by me through thick and thin and I have a
wonderful supportive family but I don't have any close friends. I used to
be quite popular in University but one girl within my group of friends
didn't like me and over the last two years I have lost almost all contact
with my friends. I pretend to my boyfriend and my parents that I have
lots of friends and that I go out often but the truth is I stay at home most
evenings. I feel so lonely and it's difficult to find new friends. I have been
feeling like this for over a year now and I'm not quite sure what to do.

8. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
Reply to pretending I have friends1.

Dear Friend,
Thank you for writing to me. I’m sorry you feel so lonely — that must be very hard. You
should be honest with your boyfriend and your family. They love you and they could help
you feel better.
You ought to try meeting new people slowly. Maybe you could join a class, club, or group
where you can talk to others. You must not think you are alone — many people feel this
way sometimes.
You are strong and kind — new friends will see that, too.
With care,
Anne

9. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
CAN YOU ADVICE THESE PEOPLE? USE MODALS VERBS.
3. Jealousy and acne
Dear Anne
I broke up with my boyfriend almost a year ago. It was a messy split. It
ended with him cheating on me with a prostitute whilst away on
holiday. It makes me think I should resent him. He is seeing someone
else now and no matter how hard I try I am still jealous and find it hard
to be friends with him. I am stressing out over the fact that I don't have
a boyfriend and it is now resulting in skin problems like acne and
coldsores breaking out non-stop. How do I overcome my loneliness,
jealousy and stress in order to get my skin back on track?

10. READING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
Reply to jealousy and acne1.

Dear Friend,
Thank you for sharing your story. You’ve been through a lot, and it’s normal to feel hurt
and jealous after a breakup. But you should try to let go of the past. He made bad
choices, and you must focus on yourself now.
You ought to do things that make you happy — spend time with people who care about
you and do activities you enjoy. This could help reduce your stress and improve your
skin. Remember, your value doesn’t depend on having a boyfriend. You should take
care of your heart and your health.
Take care,
Anne

11. LISTENING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
how many people told the aunt about their problems?

12. LISTENING: AGONY AUNT LETTERS
Instructions: Watch the video and complete the chart with the problem each
person wrote about and the advice they received. Try to include any modals
used in the advice (e.g., should, could, might).

13. GRAMMAR SPOT
"Must" is used to describe internal obligations, while "have to" is used to
describe external obligations. Both are used to express necessity,
certainty, or strong obligation.

14. GRAMMAR SPOT: RULES IN THE
PAST

15. GRAMMAR SPOT: RULES IN THE PAST
?????? Victorian School Rules (1880) – Answers with Context
Boys and girls had to enter school through different doors.1.
➤ Victorian society was very gender-segregated. Even in school, boys and girls were expected to stay
separate to maintain strict moral codes and social roles.
2. Children had to call teachers “Sir” or “Ma’am”.
➤ Respect and hierarchy were essential in Victorian classrooms. Teachers were authority figures and had
to be addressed formally to maintain discipline.
3.Children couldn’t ask questions.
➤ Education was focused on memorization and obedience. Questioning the teacher was seen as
disrespectful or rebellious.
4. Children had to stand up to answer questions.
➤ Standing up showed respect for the teacher. It was part of a strict discipline system meant to
encourage good posture, attention, and formality.

16. GRAMMAR SPOT: RULES IN THE PAST
?????? Victorian School Rules (1880) – Answers with Context
5. Children couldn’t do any sports.
➤ Physical education was not yet part of the curriculum for most schools. Academic instruction and
moral development were prioritized over physical activity, especially for girls.
6.. Boys had to do woodwork. Girls had to do needlework.
➤ Education reinforced gender roles. Boys were trained for manual jobs, while girls were taught
domestic skills to prepare them for being wives and mothers.
7.Children weren’t allowed to use their left hand for writing.
➤ Left-handedness was considered incorrect or even “wrong.” Teachers forced children to write with
their right hand, sometimes punishing left-hand use.
8.Female teachers weren’t allowed to get married.
➤ Women were expected to leave their jobs when they married. A married woman’s role was to care for
her husband and children, not to work outside the home.

17. SPEAKING TIME!