Uses of can, could, may, might, would, should,ought to, Lesson 9

Use of Can

 

1. Iram: Can you play sitar?
2. Hina: Yes, I can play the flute as well.
3. Iram: Can you return my books?
4. Hina: No, I can't return them yet.
5. Iram: Can you read Sanskrit? 
6. Hina: Yes. I can.

Use of May

1. Student: May I come in Sir?
2. Teacher: Yes, you may.
3. Student: May I attend Bal Sabha, Sir?
4. Teacher: Yes, with great pleasure./Of course.
5. Student: Sir, may I accompany Suresh?
6. Teacher: No,You better finish your work first.

Use of Could

1. Ahmad: Could you do this work alone?
2. Aamir: No, I couldn't
3. Ahmad: Could she help you in time?
4. Aamir: Yes, she could.
5. Ahmad: Could you bring me a glass of water?
6. Aamir: With pleasure.

Use of Might/ Must/ Ought(to)/ Would/ Should

1. Sohan might have helped him.
2. He might have come here.
3. I must attend his marriage.
4. We ought to love our youngers.
5. I must reach home by 10 o'clock.
6. Would you post this letter please?
7. You should attend the classes more regularly.