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Modals

65 can, could, may, might, should, must
• must/mustn't is stronger that should/shouldn't:
You must take your passport when you travel abroad, (obligation)
/ think it's going to rain. You should take an umbrella, (advice)

Check

65a Write the sentences, choosing one of the modals.
1 We are leaving tonight, so you {should/must) buy a ticket for the flight.
We are leaving tonight, so you must buy a ticket for the flight.

2 [May/Might) I come in?

3 David [can/could] cook well when he wants to.

4 'Do you think it {can/might) rain?'

'Yes, possibly. We don't want to get wet so I think we (should/must) take

our raincoats.'

5 Jenny tried to carry him but she {can't/couldn't),

6 We {can/might) visit my cousin in Australia next year but we don't
know yet.

7 In many countries, you {should/must) wear a seat belt in the car - it's
the law.

8 {Can/May) you hold this for me, please?

9 I know they enjoy their work but they {shouldn't/'mustn't) work at the

weekends. It's not good for them. I think they [should/must) spend time
at home with their families.

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