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In this video lesson we will explore the form, function and pronunciation of the modals of necessity. We will talk about rules - at work, at home… But it’s all about choice! And what happens when you do what you “mustn’t” or “don’t have to” do… Watch the video and learn! Plus there’s a bonus fact about the UK culture. 🇬🇧
This video is suitable for A2 learners of English studying towards a B1 level.
Afterwards don’t forget to follow the link below for some extra practice I have prepared for you! 😎
EXTRA PRACTICE:
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Check what you have learnt! 🤓
1) What’s the difference between “have to” and “must”?
2) What kind of verb do we use after the modals of necessity? A gerund? A full infinitive? A bare infinitive?
3) When I say “you must do it” - do you have a choice?
4) When I say “you don’t have to do it” - can you do it?
5) Who is “you” in the sentence “You have to stop here.”
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Have you answered the above questions? 🧐 If not, do not read further - below are the answers!
1) We use “have to” for general rules, like rules at work, in school, or laws. For example: “You have to drive on the left in the UK.”
We use “must” for personal obligations - rules we set for ourselves or set by our friends/family. For example: “My wife told me I must buy milk on the way home.”
2) We use a bare infinitive after modals of necessity. For example: “I must do my homework.” “I don’t have to study today, it’s Friday.” “We mustn’t speak here, this is a library.”
3) When “you must do it”, you do not have a choice. If you don’t do it, there will be a punishment. For example: “The boy must tidy up his toys.” If he doesn’t, he won’t go out to play with his friends - that’s the rule.
4) When “you don’t have to do it”, you can do it, yes. It’s ok if you do it and it’s ok if you don’t do it. For example: “You don’t have to do the extra exercise.” It’s a good idea if you do, but you can watch my videos without doing the extra exercises! (Link further up ☝🏼)
5) The “you” in “You have to stop here.” means everyone. It’s an impersonal you and it refers to each person in the society/group. So not only you, but all of your friends, parents, brothers, sisters, uncles… everyone has to stop here.
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A bit about Filip ✌🏼
Filip is a fully qualified teacher of English as a foreign/second language with a Cambridge CELTA qualification and a postgraduate degree. He currently lives and works for an International House school in Italy. This video series has been designed to help A2 level students of English reach a B1 level.
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