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Basic Modal Verbs: can, could, should, must

Elementary

A1–A2

Preparing for Intermediate

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About This Resource

This A1–A2 resource introduces can, could, should, and must for basic meanings such as ability, polite requests, advice, obligation, and prohibition. It emphasizes modal + base verb form, negatives, and question word order.

What You’ll Learn

• Use can and could for basic ability and requests.
• Use should for advice and recommendations.
• Use must and must not for strong obligation and prohibition.
• Build modal statements, negatives, and questions with the base verb.

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