As a class, decide which rules they would all accept. To introduce, highlight and clarify the form, function and pronunciation of past and present simple modals for deduction speculation. I might have made a mistake there is a possibility that i made a mistake. Present modal verbs for deduction perfect modal verbs for deduction exercise 1 exercise 2 exercise 3 exercise 4 exercise 5 exercise 7. Modals and their substitute forms in the simple past and the. Modalsspeculation and expectation flashcards quizlet. Modals and their substitute forms in the simple past and. In the above sentence must is a modal auxiliary verb which shows we are pretty sure about what happened. Past modals of deduction, speculation and regret 1. In the followup to a previous video, we talk about about using modals of speculation deduction to talk about past situations. Modals in the present and past learn english,grammar,english. Modal verbs used to speculate about the past ingliszticzer.
In the first exercise, students match the sentences with the same meaning. First, in the exercise on the left, choose the correct modal verb in the present tense, in order to construct a text that makes sense. Sts look at 5 boarded sentences, analyse structures and complete substitution table on handout. Modals of deduction in pictures by izzy mccarthy on prezi.
Type use modal verbs example 1 to express possibilities for the future could, may, might it may rain tomorrow. Modals and their substitute forms in the simple past and the willfuture exercise. In this course, you will learn about important intermediate verb tenses, including present. Dec 19, 2008 this form is used when we are speculating about past events i. Modal verbs interactive and downloadable worksheet. How to speak real english speak english fluently and confidently in 10 weeks. You can do the exercises online or download the worksheet as pdf. We use must when we are sure it is true and cant when we are sure it isnt true. That must be the postman this means you are certain it is the postman. Modal verbs of probability perfect english grammar. The students werent allowed to swim in the lake yesterday. All downloads are in pdf format and consist of a worksheet and answer sheet to check your results. Speculation and deduction modal verbs and expressions. Past modals of possibility and probability discussion.
Modal verbs exercises first, in the exercise on the left, choose the correct modal verb in the present tense, in order to construct a text that makes sense. Modal verbs of deduction and speculation in the past. Dont forget they are always followed by the infinitive form without to. Feb 26, 2017 must cant may might could deduction revise this simple grammar first. They must be sisters but i answered all the questions correctly. You should have apologised a criticism you shouldnt have said that.
Modal verbs of deduction or speculation my english blog. The task use the presentation to introduce the topic, show examples and elicit some other from your students. May 23, 2016 unfolding mysteries a game to practise modals of deduction. Today we are going to look at modal verbs of deduction and speculation in the past. Modals possibility, probability, guesses and deductions modals can be used to show possibility, probability, a guess or a deduction a guess which is based on evidence. Mar 22, 2016 past modals of deduction, speculation and regret 1. Modals of deduction in pictures by izzy mccarthy on. For example, you are in your house and the doorbell rings you cant see who is at the door. If we are not so sure, we use she could have gone out or she might have gone out. Modal verbs, sometimes called modals, are auxiliary verbs helping verbs. Draw a line to match the sentences that have the same meaning. Here is a very good table from our visual grammar rubric of modals of deduction for you. Oct 29, 2017 in the followup to a previous video, we talk about about using modals of speculation deduction to talk about past situations.
Cut these into stripes and give to different studentsgroups of students. A criticism a fill the gaps with must have, might have or cant have. Modal verbs of deduction and speculation in the past aba. John always fails the tests, even though hes clever. Past modals of deduction, speculation and regret intermediate 2 2. A member of each group writes the groups rules on the board. This form is used when we are speculating about past events i. To learn this grammar, there are two infographics and a worksheet. Need to necessity we really needed to talk to you have to obligation susan had to pay the rent have got to have to ive got to go now.
Past modals lesson plan might also be used for conversation or 11 classes as it offers a lot of speaking practice and works well with both smaller and bigger groups. Modals of obligation 1 put in mustnt or dont doesnt have to. Modal verbs pdf worksheets english vocabulary and grammar. Esl modals of deduction and speculation interactive worksheet online reading and writing exercises preintermediate a2 30 minutes this is an interactive pdf version of the above worksheet for people teaching english online. In this post, i am describing activities where students practice using past modal verbs for speculation and deduction.
Then, replace the modal verb in the sentences on the right with the. Let them discuss where james is and what he is doing based on the information given. Modals of deduction games in the following quizzes you can find about 30 different sentences to practise the usage of modal verbs for deductions. The flatmates quiz modals past possibilities, certainties and deductions you can try the quiz online at. May 05, 2016 the difference in degree of speculation between modals must, might may could and cant i usually use a line from 100% 0% for this the fact that we dont use the modals mustnt and can with this function. Im worried that we wont have enough room for everyone. A criticism a fill the gaps with must have, might have or can. Can, could, might, may, must, should, will, would and shall are modal verbs. Modals deduction past in the same way that we use modal verbs to say how certain we are about things in the present we can also use them to speculate about the past. C read these sentences and phrases from the article in exercise b. Present modal verbs of deduction and probability exercise. This is a game that helps students practice and produce past modals in a fun context and encourages them to be creative. Exercise 1 complete the blanks with must, cant, or might.
Might, may and could possible in the present or past. I have been using them with upperintermediate, advanced, fce, and cae students who often struggle with the concept of using modal verbs for something other than expressing ability or obligation. Present modal verbs of deduction and probability exercise check through the different uses. Modals of probability also called modals of speculation for talking about the past level intermediate answer key 1. They express such things as possibility, probability, permission and obligation. Unfolding mysteries a game to practise modals of deduction.
Both of the quizzes are in html5 and thus they should work on your mobile devices supposing they. To be honest i do not exactly remember but i think they might have been basedtaken and slightly changed from murphys grammar book. Click here for all the exercises about modal verbs. May 19, 2015 past modals lesson plan might also be used for conversation or 11 classes as it offers a lot of speaking practice and works well with both smaller and bigger groups.
Bbc learning english the flatmates the flatmates bbc learning english page 2 of 4 flatmatesarchivelanguagepoint. Elementary intermediate advanced m006 modal verbs must, mustnt, dont have to, should, shouldnt, might, can. Past modal verbs of deduction exercise she must have gone out there is strong evidence. Create marketing content that resonates with prezi video. Modal concept example like to enjoy i like to watch tv want to desire john wants to buy a car a few verbs which often serve as modals too. Read the situation and choose the most logical option or options.
Three exercises to practice modal verbs to speculate about the past. More examples and exercises for practice you can find. Then, replace the modal verb in the sentences on the right with the correct alternative form in the past tense. Modal verbs of deduction games to learn english games. Modals of speculationdeduction in past must have, might. When we use modal verbs to talk about the present they are followed by an. Modals verbs deduction speculation esl activities games. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. Celebrating prezis teacher community for teacher appreciation week. These modal verbs of deduction in the past are often confusing and difficult to remember, but with a little hard work and practice, you will learn how to use them correctly. Photos of various styles a photograph with a number. Modals past possibilities, certainties and deductions. Must cant may might could deduction revise this simple grammar first.
The plan below includes detailed instructions and the game cards. Firstly, its important to remember what modal verbs are and why they are used. Do you remember how to form the past with modal verbs. Instructions look at the picture and read the situation. To be honest i do not exactly remember but i think they might have been basedtaken and. We can use these modal verbs also called modals of deduction, speculation or certainty when we want to.
The task use the presentation to introduce the topic, show examples and. To develop understanding of meaning of target sentences. Could can cant may might must should shouldnt have 3. Learn perfect tenses and modals from university of california, irvine.
Tell students that sometimes the difference between using one modal verb or another is quite subtle. Jan 10, 2017 to speculate about the past you need a modal verb and the perfect infinitive. Let them discuss where james is and what he is doing based on. Modals of speculation about the past linkedin slideshare. Modals of speculation ii upperintermediate heads up english. Students english file students site new upperintermediate grammar file 4 lesson b past modals.
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