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Modal Verbs: be able to, be allowed to, be supposed to

Modal Verbs: be able to, be allowed to, be supposed to. The Warehouse Madrid Intermediate Group. Be supposed to: to say a person is expected to do something. John: You’re supposed to do the dishes every Monday, Jerry. It’s your turn, remember?

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Modal Verbs: be able to, be allowed to, be supposed to

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  1. Modal Verbs: be able to, be allowed to, be supposed to The Warehouse Madrid Intermediate Group

  2. Be supposed to: to say a person is expected to do something John: You’re supposed to do the dishes every Monday, Jerry. It’s your turn, remember? Jerry: Oh, my bad. Sorry dude. I forgot. But s aren’t you supposed to do the laundry on Mondays? John: Yes, and I will. I just haven’t gotten around to it yet. Jerry: Well, do what you’re supposed to do before you gripe at me for not doing what I’m supposed to do.

  3. Can or be able to: to talk about ability or possibility. • I can touch my tongue to my nose, but I don’t think you want to see that. • Can you wiggle your ears? • I’m able to meet with you on Friday if you’d like.

  4. Must and have to: to say something is necessary • I’m sorry I can’t stay and chat, but I have to go to English class. • He must do his homework before he can go outside and play. • You must see this new film. It’s fantastic! • I have to do 10,000 things on Thursday.

  5. Should and ought to: to give advice • You should take better care of your health. • You ought to think about going on a vacation. You look like you need a break! • I should get my hair cut this weekend. • You ought to spend more time outdoors.

  6. Be allowed to and can: to say we have permission to do something • Students are allowed to miss class twice a term without penalty. • You can leave if you want to.

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