What is the main function of a modal verb in a sentence?, To modify or add a nuance to the meaning of the main verb.ng of the main verb., act as a main verb without needing to use another verb, replace the subject of the sentence, Indicate the main verb tense of the sentence., Mention at least three grammatical features that make modal verbs 'special' and different from other regular verbs., They are not conjugated; they are always followed by an infinitive verb without a 'to'; they don't need 'do/does/did' for negatives or questions., They have infinitive, gerund, and participle forms like regular verbs, They are only used in affirmative sentences; they are always followed by a noun, They are always conjugated with '-s' in the third person singular; they require 'do/does/did' to form questions., What modal verb would you use to express ability in the past tense? Give an example., Will. Example: 'I will run fast when I was young.', Should. Example: 'I should run fast when I was young.', Could. Example: 'When I was young, I could run very fast.', Must. Ejemplo: 'I must run fast when I was young.', If you want to ask permission in a very formal way, which modal verb is most appropriate?, Can, Will, Must, May, What modal verb would you use to give advice or a recommendation?, Should. Example: 'You should study for the exam.', Must. Example: 'You must study for the exam.', Might. Example: 'You might study for the exam.', Will. Example: 'You will study for the exam.'

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