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English 9
Modals
PERMISSION, OBLIGATION,
PROHIBITION
Learning Objectives:
• Identify the modal verbs used in a

sentence.
• Complete sentences using modal
verbs.
Knowledge Check!
Choose the correct modal to complete each sentence.
Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. You _____ come to the meeting, but it would help us
all if you’re there.
a. mustn’t b. don’t have to c. may d. need to
2. There’s a lot of noise coming from the outside. ____ I
close the window?
a. could b. must c. may d. need to
3. Did they tell you that you _____ come into this area?
Knowledge Check!
Choose the correct modal to complete each sentence.
Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
4. We _____ be there before the curfew starts.
a. can’t b. don’t have to c. may d. have to
5. The rule says that you _____ only come if you have
a gate pass with you.
a. can’t b. don’t have to c. can d. have to
Modal Verbs
• also known as “auxiliary verb” (helping verbs) or
simply “modals”
• express various shades of meaning, such as
necessity, possibility, permission, ability, and
obligation.
Ex. You must
• used alongleave.
with the main verb.
• “must” is a modal verb indicating that it's
necessary for the subject (“you”) to perform the
action of the verb (“leave”).
Modal Verbs of Permission
• used to express permission indicate
whether someone is allowed or authorized
to do something.
• “may” “can” and “could” – MAY (most
formal and polite); CAN (casual); COULD
Examples:
• You (medium
may leaveformal)
the room. (grants permission to
leave)
• Can I use your phone? (a request for permission)
•
Modal Verbs of Permission
• Customers may request a refund within a

period of 30 days.
• Could you show me the road to the market?
• You can use our resources for free.
• Can I make a suggestion?
Let’s Try! Choose the letter of the
correct answer.
1. ___ I open the window? It’s hot in
here.
a. Must b. Should c. May
2. He said, “You ___ bring a friend to
the party.
a. must b. can c. should
3. How ____ I help you?
a. may b. will c. should
4. You ___ take this Friday off from
work.
SW (Permission)
Write the letter of the correct answer on 1/4
sheet1.of
________
paper.I have some more ice cream?
a) May b) Must
2. She asked, "________ I use your laptop for a
moment?"
a) Can’t b) Can
3. You ________ leave your things here.
a) can b) must c) shouldn't
4.________ I speak to the manager about this
issue?
a) Must b) May c) Should
Modal Verbs of Obligation
• used to express obligation.
• HAVE TO – the obligation comes from
someone else; NOT from the speaker.
Usually refers to a rule or law.
• MUST – the obligation comes from the
Examples:
• You speaker.
have to wear a seatbelt when you drive.
• Attendance is a must.
correct answer.
1. The teacher said we ______ wear uniforms at school.
a. must b. have to
2. He ____ apologize for his behavior; it was
unacceptable.
a. must b. have to
3. You ____ finish your homework before you can go out
with your friends.
a. must b. have to
4. My doctor said that I ___ stop smoking, or I’ll risk
serious problems.
SW (Obligation)
sheet of paper.
1. You ___ wear a helmet when riding a bike. It’s the
law.
a. have to b. must
2. She ___ finish her assignment before the deadline
tomorrow.
a. have to b. must c. has to
3. We ___ be quiet in the library; it’s a rule.
a. have to b. must
4. They ___ submit their project by Monday, or they’ll
Modal Verbs of Prohibition
• used to express that something is not allowed
(prohibited).
• CAN’T/ CANNOT– usually gives the idea of
something that is against the rules.
• MUSTN’T/ MUST NOT – means that it is the
speaker
Examples: who is setting the rule.
• You can’t wear a hat in class.
• You mustn’t smoke inside the hospital.
correct answer.
1. You ____ answer back when someone
scolds you. It’s rude.
a. mustn’t b. can’t
2. You ___ park here. You are blocking the
entrance.
3. The concert starts at 9 o’clock. You ___ be
late.
SW (Obligation)
sheet
1. ____of paper.
I ask you something?
a. Could b. Should c. Must d. Have
to
2. ____ I borrow this pen from you?
a. mustn’t b. Have to c. May d. Would
3. In the Philippines, you _____ pay the tax.
a. can’t b. have to c. will d. shouldn’t
4. This is a hospital. You ____ smoke here.
a. should b. can c. mustn’t d. needn’t
5. The teacher said, “You _____ at least answer
Activity: By group
Think about these situations and construct a sentence for each
using modals.
1. You want to use the laptop of your older sister.

(Permission)
2. You have a class every day. (Obligation)
3. Joy got a headache and a congested nose.
(Prohibition)
4. You want to tell your classmate that using of

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• Identify the modal verbs used in a

• Customers may request a refund within a

1. You want to use the laptop of your older sister.

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