another verb. They are called helping verbs. MODALS may shall will can must could ought to MODALS are used with the base form of the verb. We use modals to show if we believe something is certain, probable or possible (or not). We also use modals to talk about ability, asking permission, making requests and offers, and so on. EXAMPLES Aguio and Bulanawan can make the earth tremble. (ability) Their grandfather will make them reconcile. (promise) Shall we watch this movie? (requesting permission) They may like this new recipe. (not sure) EXAMPLES When she was younger, she could walk a mile. (able to do in the past) Deanne ought to do her homework every day. (duty) Chefs must come with their clean aprons on. (requirement, obligation) EXERCISES Read the sentences and write the most appropriate modal for each. 1. Last year, my grandma ____ thread the needle. 2. The technician _____ repair the machine. 3. I think that woman ____ learn her manners. 4. ____ you dictate the paragraph to me? EXERCISES 5. Yes, I ____ attend my cousin’s baptismal celebration. 6. We all ____ love our country some more. 7. The guests _____ come in anytime. 8. ____ I switch off the fan now? 9. That dentist ____ make your visit to the clinic a pleasant experience. 10. A few months ago, Mary Rose _____ go to the mall without a companion.