Modal Verbs

1. Ability

1.1. We use the abilities verb to express that something is possible or that we know how to do it

1.1.1. An example would be: Michelle can speak five languages

2. Requests

2.1. We use them to ask people to do something for us

2.1.1. An example would be: Can you help me study for my exam?

3. Requests & Permission

3.1. We use them to ask for permission or request to do something

3.1.1. An example would be: Could I borrow your eraser?