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Intermediate Level Modals

Intermediate level resources focusing on modal verbs in English. Modal verbs such as may, have to, must, should are explained with multiple examples. Modal verbs of probability are also introduced. All explanations include multiple examples are can be printed for in-class use in ESL and EFL classes. Quizzes test concepts introduced in various worksheets.

Modal Verb Basics - Explanation

Guide to the basics of modal verbs with follow-up quizzes to test your knowledge for English learners.

Modal Verb Basics - Quiz 1

Quiz on the basics of modal verbs with explanation of basic modal verb concepts for English learners.

Modal Verb Basics - Quiz 2

Quiz focusing on modal verb basics for English learners with quick guide to explanation of modal forms.

Modal Verbs 'Can' and 'Be Able to'

Learn about the modal verbs 'can' and 'be able to'.

Modal Verbs 'Must' and 'Have to'

Learn about these commonly confused modal verbs that seem to mean the same thing, but really don't ...

Modal Verbs of Probability

Modal verbs can also be used to express how likely we think something is. For example: 'He must be at work. It's nine o'clock' means that I am sure he is at work. Learn these important secondary uses of modal verbs.

Must - Have To

Must and have to are very similar modal forms in English. This guide to the use of these forms also points out the differences between the negative mustn't and don't have to which are very different in meaning.

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