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Quarter 2 - Module 4
Argumentative Text: Modal
Verbs and Modal Adverbs
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English
Quarter 2 - Module 4
Argumentative Text: Modal
Verbs and Modal Adverbs
What I Need to Know
Do you know that you can use modal verbs and modal adverbs in writing
your arguments? Now, learning about modal verbs and modal adverbs would let
you write properly your argumentative text.
While working on this module, you are expected to:
MELC: Identify key structural elements, and language features of an

argumentative text, e.g.: modal verbs: should, must, might, and modal adverbs:
usually, probably, etc. (EN10G-IVA-32)
● Recall modal verbs and modal adverbs.

● Identify modal verbs and adverb modals as language features
of an argumentative text
To achieve the objectives of this module, remember to:
● read and follow the given instructions;

● answer or do the given activities and;
● use a separate sheet of paper for your answers or outputs.
What I Know
A. Directions: Choose the modal verb or modal adverb to complete the

sentence. Write the letter of the correct answer on your answer sheet.
1. Remember, you’re in a library, you speak loudly.

a. don’t have to b. mustn’t c. can’t d. shouldn’t have
2. Don’t forget to take an umbrella. It rain later.

a. might b. can c. should d. could
3. Betty be ill. I’ve just seen her.

a. can b. can’t c. has to d. have to
4. I was using my mobile phone a minute ago. It be somewhere here.

a. must b. have to c. could d. might
5. A man may be friendly, yet malicious in heart.

a. apparently b. arguably c. allegedly d. all in all
6. I will _ call you tomorrow.

a. definitely b. obviously c. exactly d. easily
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7. I can _ remember the place when I first met her.
a. obviously b. exactly c. easily d. possibly
8. He can help us solve the problem.

a. exactly b. obviously c. probably d. easily
9. I _ see a doctor immediately.

a. should b. must c. can d. may
10. You should _ take up that course.

a. exactly b. possibly c. absolutely d. easily
11. I _ tell my parents about my plans of going abroad.

a. can b. shall c. should d. might
12. Is a type of essay that presents arguments about both sides of an issue.
a. debate b. argumentative c. persuasive d. expository
13. This part of an argumentative text outlines the topic, provides

background information necessary to understand your argument and
presents the thesis statement.
a. introduction b. body c. conclusion d. thesis
14. This part of an argumentative text usually comprises three or more

paragraphs that explain the reasons why you support your thesis. This is
where the writer backs up his claims with examples, research, statistics,
studies, and text citations.
15. This part of an argumentative text restates the writer’s thesis and
summarizes all of the arguments made in body paragraphs.
Lesson
Modal Verbs
1
What’s In
Directions: Identify the modal verbs found in the sentences below. Write your
answers in your activity notebook.
1. Mobile phones can be used by students in schools positively

and constructively.
2. School officials might come up with policies on the proper use of mobile
phones.
3. Parents should monitor their children's use of cellphones.
4. Students have to make sure that cellphones are used to enhance their
learning and not to distract them.
5. The irresponsible use of cellphones among children may lead to undesirable
results.
What’s New
Directions: Read the argumentative text below and answer the questions that follow.
Use of Mobile Phones in Schools

The use of mobile or cell phones in learning institutions, specifically schools, has
elicited debate and bitter arguments, not only in the United States of America, but in the world
as a whole. While part of society has supported the use of cellphones in schools, the other
part has opposed their use bitterly. Mobile phone manufacturers, such as Apple and
Samsung, have targeted students as their main market and thus they have designed various
models with lots of features in order to attract them. Despite the fact that the use of mobile
phones by students in schools can be used positively and constructively in order to enhance
their learning, the same technological devices can be utilized negatively, which distracts them
and their teachers and in turn disrupts the learning process. For instance, whilst the students
can use mobile phones positively by accessing or downloading important academic materials
from the worldwide web, the same can also be used to get access towards destructive
pornographic or undesirable contents from online sources thus destroying students’ morals.
There are various reasons as to why mobile phones should not be used by students in schools
and other learning institutions through giving tangible evidence. There are various arguments
from critics calling for the use of mobile phones in schools by the students.
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Questions:
1. What is the text all about?

2. What makes the use of mobile phones debatable?
3. Why do mobile phones attract students?
4. When do mobile phones can be used positively? negatively?
5. What are the modal verbs used in the text?
What is It
Modal Verbs are special verbs which behave irregularly in English. They are
different from normal verbs like "work, play, visit..." They give additional information
about the function of the main verb that follows it. They have a great variety of
communicative functions.
Be guided by the table below:
Modal Verbs Expressions Examples

Can/Can’t (present) ABILITY- to say someone ● Lito can speak 5
Could/Couldn’t (past) has (or hasn’t) a particular dialects fluently, but
ability. she can’t speak
English fluently.
Could/Might/May (present POSSIBILITY -to express ● It might be raining
and future) possibility about the present outside, you should
or the future. take an umbrella with
you.
● I may come and visit
you after work.
● It could rain later, so I
will bring an umbrella
with me.
Must/ Must Have CERTAINTY – to express ● She speaks 5 dialects,

(present/past) certainty. so she must be clever.
Should/ought to/Must ADVICE – to give advice. ● You should buy some
new shoes.
● You ought to go to
sleep early, you look
tired.
● You must be careful
and alert when driving
alone.
Must/Have to OBLIGATION – ● You must finish your

expresses strong task by this afternoon.
obligation. ● She has to feed her
pet everyday.
What’s More
Activity 1: Directions: Fill in the blanks with appropriate modals: will,

shall, would, should or can, could, may, might.
Milk is a nutritious food enriched with vitamins and

proteins. We 1) _ take milk regularly so that we
2) not develop deficiencies of undernourishment in our
body. The aged persons, children and patients 3) _
take milk in sufficient quantity as it provides strength to their body. We
4) _ supplement it with other elements of food like fruit,
vegetables and pulses for proper growth of the body. But
we 5) consume milk of good quality only otherwise
it 6) cause harm to the body. We 7) be very
careful while selecting items of our food because there are chances
that these 8) be adulterated.
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Activity 2: Directions: Complete the sentences using “should or should not”
plus the appropriate verb from the list below.
wear start get listen

read leave give up do
question find spend eat
1. You the shirt. It’s nicer than the jumper.

2. Students to the teacher. They know the grammar better!
3. Children _ some housework. It’s good to help the parents
4. Recycling isn’t enough. You _ _ less.
5. I think you _ to work. You’ll avoid the traffic.
6. You _ to everyone! People don’t know you, so they
might give you bad advice.
Activity 3: Directions: Complete the conversation by using the

appropriate phrase below.
could that work would like to book

couldn’t make it should work for me
can I have would you like
me to may I help
A: Baguio Medical Center, Emma speaking. How _ you?
B: Good afternoon, I _ _ an appointment with Dr. Black for

next week, preferably on Monday morning.
A: Let me check her schedule next week. Hmmm… I’m sorry, I’m afraid she
won’t be at the clinic on Monday morning. but she has an opening in the
afternoon at 3:00pm. _ for you?
B. No, I _. I work full-time, so it has to be

either in the morning or in the evening. What about on Tuesday at
8:30am?
A: She’s busy at that time, but there’s an opening at 9:15am.
B. Great! That _.
What I Have Learned
Modal 1) _ are special verbs which behave irregularly in

English. They give additional information about the 2) of the main verb that
follows it. They have a great variety of communicative functions.
The modal _ expresses a general ability while
describ
es a past ability and expresses reported speech for can. On the other hand, the
modal __ expresses possibility, request or ask for permission and give permission.
What I Can Do
Directions: Complete the conversation between a PLDT representative and a

customer. Supply the appropriate modal verbs to complete the lines.
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Additional Activity
Directions: Fill in the blanks in the following sentences with appropriate modals.
Man 1 live without food and water for some time, but
he 2 not live without air. We 3 _ inhale pure, oxygen-
rich air. Breathing foul or pollutedair 4 cause chest-related problems.
Exposure to cold air 5. _be avoided. When a person catches a cold,
he 6 take simple, light and easily digestible food. He 7
avoid going out in cold under all circumstances. He 8
keep his body warm by putting on woolen clothes.
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Lesson
Modal Adverbs
2
What’s In
Directions: Recall what you have learned about modal verbs in Lesson 1. Fill in
the blanks with the appropriate modal verbs.
1. She told me that she was unwell so she not go to the office.
2. The visitors not carry eatables with them in the hotel.
3. As he is in dire need of money, we help him immediately.
4. _you please lend me your book for a week?
5. His son is not so brilliant in his studies but he pass the
examination.
6. I be thankful to you if you help me at this time of need.
7. Drive fast lest you _miss the flight.
8. you like to accompany us to the market tomorrow?
9. The lady has grown so old that she not walk without a stick.
10. Had he worked hard, he _ have passed the examination.
What’s New
Directions: Read the dialogue below and answer the questions that follow.
Bobby: I really might be campaigning to stop bullying in

school. Lucas: Bullying can absolutely affect a
person’s way of life. .
Bobby: I could not seriously think of any solution to stop it.
Lucas: I know, but we can definitely do some ways on how to prevent it.
Dan: We can possibly give flyers to our schoolmates
about the harmful effects of bullying.
Bobby: Certainly, that is a good idea. However, I could not find
it that effective.
Lucas: We could not definitely stop bullying right away. But,
slowly we could help in the campaign.
Dan: I will certainly agree! Let’s help one another.
Questions:
1. What was the conversation about?

2. What do they want to do about it?
3. What particular action was suggested?
4. List down those words in italics? What do you call those words?
What is It
Modal Adverbs are used to modify specific verbs that consist of a linking verb (verb
of being) and sometimes another verb.
Here are examples of modal adverbs: probably, possibly, evidently, certainly,

surely, undoubtedly, seriously, clearly, obviously
1. I will surely watch the Avengers movie.

2. It will probably rain this afternoon.
3. Ruben must seriously exert more effort in his studies to pass this final
quarter.
What is MODALITY?
It is used in writing to express how definite you are abouty something.
Degrees of Modality
1. STRONG – uses the adverbs always and never, evidently, surely,

seriously and undoubtedly
Example: People should always wash their hands before eating.

You will never graduate fi you will not study hard.
2. MODERATE – uses often, rarely, usually, sometimes,

frequently, and occasionally
Example: Mary rarely goes out to party.

Arnold often takes a bath.
Some adverbs can be used to describe how likely it is that something will happen.
These are called ‘adverbs of possibility.
Some of the most common adverbs of possibility are:
certainly definitely maybe possibly

obviously perhaps probably clearly
What’s More
Activity 1: Complete Me
Directions: Complete these sentences using the modal adverbs in the box. Use
the most suitable word only once.
definitely certainly clearly

precisely absolutely surely
1. If we will win next week’s game, we will _ be on the finalist.

2. _ our teacher will arrive before the google classroom starts.
3. Joey _ made a big difference to the success of the class.
4. Alex was too short to be allowed in the school
basketball team.
5. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte _ approved on the
House Bill passed by the Congress.
Activity 2: Transform Me
Directions: Read the sentences below and transform them using modal adverbs.
Use your activity notebook to write your answers.
1. I do my homework (strong).
_
2. I watch drama movies (strong).

_
3. I wash dishes (moderate).

_
4. I drink vitamins to make me strong (moderate).

_
5. I clean my room (moderate).

_
Activity 3: Remember Me
Directions: In the first sentence underline the MODAL VERB. Remember, modal
verbs are made ‘negative’ by adding the word ‘not’. In the second sentence circle
the MODAL ADVERB.
1. You can’t have said that to her!
2. Surely you can’t have said that to her!
1. I might easily tell you all about it.

2. I might just tell you all about it.
1. You shouldn’t have gone to so much trouble.

2. You really shouldn’t have gone to so much trouble.
1. I will call you tomorrow.

2. I will definitely call you tomorrow.
1. You can’t be serious!

2. You can’t possibly be serious.
What I Have Learned
Directions: Complete the paragraph below.
Modal 1) _are used to modify specific verbs that consist of a

linking verb (verb of being) and sometimes another verb. Degrees of modality
vary from 2) _ or 3) .
What I Can Do
Directions: Give a one sentence stand or claim on the terms below.

Identify the modal adverbs to be used from the list below.
certainly absolutely perhaps

obviously probably clearly
Example:
1. Distance Learning
Answer: Distance learning is certainly the way to continue
education amidst pandemic.
2. Social Distancing
3. Covid 19 vaccine
4. Drug Addiction
5. Pandemic
Additional Activities
Directions: Imagine what school will be in the year 2030. Write a description of
your ideas for a future school using modal verbs and modal adverbs (possibility).
Be guided by the following questions below. Underline the modal verbs and modal
adverbs you used in your text.
Guide questions:
1. How will children in the future get to school?
2. What lessons will they study?
3. How many will be in each class?
4. What will they do at break and lunch times?
5. What will they eat?
6. What will they do their work on? Tablets, laptops or something else?
7. Who will teach the children of the future? A person, a robot or even an alien?
RUBRICS
Essay Writing Activity
GOOD
WELL DONE VERY GOOD GOOD
CRITERIA ENOUGH
(10pts) (8pts) (6pts)
(4pts)
Ideas The essay is clear The essay is The writer is Topic is not
and focused. It holds mostly focused, beginning to well- defined
the reader's and has some define the topic, and/or there
attention. Relevant good details and even though are too many
details and quotes quotes. development is topics.
enrich the central still basic or
theme. general.
Organization The organization The essay (and The Sentences
enhances and paragraphs) are organizational within
showcases the mostly organized, structure is paragraphs
central idea or in order, and strong enough make sense,
theme. The order, makes sense to to move the but the order
structure of the reader. reader through of paragraphs
information is the text without does not.
compelling and too much
moves the reader confusion.
through the text.
Sentence The text uses almost The text uses The text uses The text uses
Fluency all of the modal verbs most of the modal some of the limited of
and modal adverbs. verbs and modal modal verbs and modal verbs
Sentences are well adverbs, and modal adverbs, and modal
built, with strong and usually invites oral and invites oral adverbs,
varied structure that reading. reading. seems choppy
invites expressive and is not
oral reading. easy to read
orally.
Mechanics The writer The write The writer The writer

demonstrates a understands good shows seems to have
good grasp of writing reasonable made little
standard writing conventions and control over a effort to use
conventions (e.g., usually uses them limited range of convention s:
spelling, correctly. Paper is standard writing spelling,
punctuation, easily read and conventions. punctuation
capitalization, errors are rare; Conventions are ,
grammar, usage, minor touch-ups sometimes capitalization,
paragraphing) and would get this handled well and usage,
uses conventions piece ready to enhance grammar
effectively to publish. readability; at and/or
enhance readability. other times, paragraphing
errors are have multiple
distracting and errors.
impair
readability.
Presentation The form and The format only The writer's The writer's
presentation of the has a few mistakes message is message is
text enhances the and is generally understandabl only
ability for the reader easy to read and e in this format. understand
to understand and pleasing to the able
connect with the eye. occasionally,
message. It is and paper is
pleasing to the messily
eye. written.
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Lesson
Argumentative Essay
3 Using Modals
What’s In
Directions: Identification: Read and analyze the sentences below. Choose the correct
modal verb to complete the sentence.
1. She told me that she was unwell so she _ not go to the office.
2. The visitors not carry eatables with them in the hotel.
3. As he is in dire need of money, we _ help him immediately.
4. you please lend me your book for a week?
5. His son is not so brilliant in his studies but he pass the examination.
6. I be thankful to you if you help me at this time of need.
7. Drive fast lest you miss the flight.
8. you like to accompany us to the market tomorrow?
9. The lady has grown so old that she _ not walk without a stick.
10. Had he worked hard, he _ have passed the examination.
What’s New
Directions: Read the presented argumentative essay below. Underline each modal (verbs
and adverbs) used.
Cell phones have enabled Americans to travel with technology everywhere

they go. This allows many users to access and share the radio bandwidth. What is
more, cell phones also allow calls to be made in a wide geographical area. The user
does not have to own the station. Being a subscriber is the only thing required.
Cordless telephones are completely different from cell phones as they can be used
only in the area of one personal base station.
Indisputably, ever since the emergence of cell phones, people can constantly
keep in touch with their loved ones, regardless of the distance. One can reach almost
everywhere without any difficulty. When in the past years, people were separated by
distance for some reason, and it took forever to write, to send, and to deliver a single
letter. Today, it takes a couple of quick clicks, and you see the face of your significant
other, parent, or friend real-time! In addition, people can immediately get help in case
of emergencies. Furthermore, by means of mobile phones, people can lessen their
boredom through listening to their favorite music or watching downloaded movies.
In general, the invention of cell phones has led to massive changes in the
Philippines. In the main, people began to spend many hours talking on cell phones.
Filipino culture has tremendously changed with the emergence of cell phones. Minor
firms now market cell phone games, as well as video content aimed specifically to
be watched on cell phones. Additionally, other creative functions have arisen, such
as text messaging, Short Message Service (SMS), as well as fake talking (people
pretend to converse using cell phones to fight fear and loneliness). In the situations
when young people (men and women) are controlled in their capability to socialize,
cellular phones have been helpful for social interaction.
Cell phones have an effect on Filipino’s built environment, especially through

widespread advertising. Cell phones have grown to be popular in the Philippines,
unlike the Internet. The latter, on the other hand, has caused digital division between
various social classes. It is also recognized to be glamorous and inexpensive. The
majority of the cell phone subscribers in the Philippines personalize and decorate their
cell phones, bringing about folk-art cottage sector. The cell phone has grown to
be some kind of art, whereby a cell phone user’s preference of phone and decoration
serves as a sort of personal statement.
The emergence of the mobile cellular phone has as well brought about
changes in various cultural norms in the Philippines. Industries, movie theaters,
cafés, and parks are just a number of spaces where the suitability of cell phone
discussions is unclear and doubtful. Cell phones prioritize socialization with people
who are far away over those who share space.
Classrooms are also other sectors that have significantly changed in the
Philippines due to the use of cell phones. Nowadays, the majority of students use
cell phones in class, especially when it comes to text messaging and the internet.
Students can now get information faster through the cell phones. This has
significantly affected education standards since most of the students use cell phones
to cheat during exams. But the reality is that cell phones have successfully turned
into a powerful learning tool. All cell phones that were primarily used to engage
students in class create personal computer access points that guarantee better
academic results. A lot of schools all over the globe encourage a special policy that
encourages students to bring their own devices in order to boost students learning
abilities. Even though academic progress might be hurt when undergrads use their
phones just toentertain, coupled with financial problems that exist in this or that
region, well-arranged content access is absolutely beneficial.
Despite the presence of moderately small screen sizes, the majority of

people in the Philippines have started watching TV on their cell phones. They prefer
this way in order to distance themselves from jam-packed situations and also
prioritize their attention. Regardless of the widespread recognition of the cell phones’
video technology, consumers are still cautious of two-way video, caused by anxieties
about privacy and surveillance. The political sector in the Philippines has also
changed tremendously as a result of cell phones. Cell phones have been utilized to
mobilize followers for political causes. Protesters use their cell phones to send text
messages to organize activities, as well as avoid the police.
Obviously, the whole range of advantages that we’ve just discussed make
cell phone market in the Philippines is very dynamic and competitive. This has
enabled expansion of international trade between the Philippines and other
countries.
In conclusion, cell phones have enabled people to form their own micro-
cultures. In the Philippines, people are changing cultural customs and values, and
are greatly demonstrating consumers’ skills to repurpose and modify technology for
their personal use. In my opinion, the invention called “a cell phone” has allowed
people in the Philippines to protect their private relations from the culture in their
surroundings. What is more, these devices have encouraged the existence of a great
variety of complex but exclusive micro-cultures.
Questions:
1. What is the text all about?

2. What is the thesis statement of the text?
3. What is the conclusion in the text?
What is It
An argumentative essay is a type of essay that presents arguments about

both sides of an issue. It could be that both sides are presented equally balanced,
or it could be that one side is presented more forcefully than the other. It all depends
on the writer, and what side he supports the most.
An argumentative essay is usually written in the five-paragraph structure.

The argumentative essay format consists of an introduction, 2-3 body
paragraphs, and a conclusion. Logically, each of those three sections will have a
unique structure, so understanding them on an individual level will help ensure a
smooth writing process. The thesis statement is part of the introduction. It is a
concise, one sentence summary of your main point or claim.
Modal verbs and modal adverbs are used in writing argumentative

essays or text to prove and to have a strong stand in a position you believed in.
MODALS and TONES: Use modals to soften your verbs.
Example: The President must change his policy. (“must” is too

strong) The President should change his policy.
We should control the TONE with MODALS. Remember that good writers
are always aware of how their arguments sound. Certain words can help control the
tone of the argument.
CONTROLLING TONE WITH MODALS
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REASONS FOR USING MODALS
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Modal verbs are often used to make the writer's claims more or less tentative,
i.e. to suggest that the writer thinks something is more or less probable. One of the
weaknesses of student essays is making strong claims that cannot be supported.
In these cases, it is useful to be able to vary the strength of a claim to suit the
circumstances.
What’s More
Activity 1: Fill Me Up
Directions: Complete the paragraph below. Use the phrases in the box.
may be can most

might react must indicate will respond
necessary easily be done
When studying the advantages and disadvantages of learning methods,

it to place learners in artificial situations, in order to observe how
they to different stimuli. This via
electronic media (e.g. virtual reality). If the reaction is positive, this the
likelihood that learners well in
real life.
Activity 2: Strength of Claim
Directions: Arrange them by writing the numbers 1-3 in the beside the
letters to indicate how strong the claim is (3 is the strongest).
_ a. This may be the case where there has been a separation order, a decree
nisi for divorce, a non-molestation order, or a separation agreement between the
parties.
_ b. This might be the case with provocation, for example: there

might be objections to some of the distinctions now drawn by the law.
_ c. It may well be the case that there is variation within one of these categories.
Activity 3: Fill in the gaps
Directions: In the following sentences fill in the gaps with appropriate modals.
1. It was clear that the two countries _ have to

compromise if the conference _ not degenerate
into a complete fiasco.
2. Of course, this measure [reforestation] work only if

it _ accompanied by efforts to reduce tropical deforestation.
3. What have happened if penicillin _ not been

discovered?
What I Have Learned
An is a type of essay that presents arguments about both

sides of an issue. It is usually written in the five-paragraph structure. The
argumentative essay format consists of an , _, and a _
_. Modal and modal are used in writing
argumentative essays or text to prove and to have a strong stand in a position you
believed in.
What I Can Do
Activity: Believe me, it’s a FACT
Directions: Writing Pro and Con Statements. Below is a dialogue between two
friends. Complete the dialogue by supplying the modal verb or adverb.
John: In this time of pandemic where we use distance

learning, I need to be creative with my studies
Dale: Well, I agree with you, but I miss face to face classes.
John: I know. However, we not go against the health protocol.

We learn from home.
Dale: Learning from home is difficult for me. I think I
John: Well, you are _ _ _

.
Post Assessment
Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer.
1. Is a type of essay that presents arguments about both sides of an is sue.

a. Debate b. argumentative c. persuasive d. expository
2. Argumentative essays all depend on the , and what side

he or she supports the most.
a. Writer b. Listener c. Speaker d. Reader
3. Both sides of an argumentative essay could be presented as _

balanced.
a. unequal b. both c. equally d. competitively
4. Good writers need to control their _ making them aware of

how their arguments sound.
a. tone b. speed c. reaction d. emotion
5. An argumentative essay can be started by asking a question. Is this statement

true or false?
a. False b. True c. Both d. It depends
B. Directions: Choose the modal verb or modal adverb to complete the
sentence. Write the letter of the correct answer on your answer sheet.
6. Remember, you’re in a library, you speak loudly.

a. don’t have to b. mustn’t c. can’t d. shouldn’t have
7. Don’t forget to take an umbrella. It rain later.

a. might b. can c. should d. could
8. Betty be ill. I’ve just seen her.

a. can b. can’t c. has to d. have to
9. I was using my mobile phone a minute ago. It be somewhere here.

a. must b. have to c. could d. might
10. A man may be _ friendly, yet malicious in heart.

a. apparently b. arguably c. allegedly d. all in all
11. This investment is a thing.

a. certain b. plausible c. sure d. certainly
12. The bailiff had a grip on the prisoner's arm.

a. sure b. certainly c. certain d. plausibly
13. This part of an argumentative text outlines the topic, provides

background information necessary to understand your argument and
presents the thesis statement.
14. This part of an argumentative text usually comprises three or more

paragraphs that explain the reasons why you support your thesis. This is
where the writer backs up his claims with examples, research, statistics,
studies, and text citations.
15. This part of an argumentative text restates the writer’s thesis and
summarizes all of the arguments made in body paragraphs.
Answer Key
Lesson 3
Lesson 2
Lesson 1
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While working on this module, you are expected to:

MELC: Identify key structural elements, and language features of an

● Recall modal verbs and modal adverbs.

● read and follow the given instructions;

A. Directions: Choose the modal verb or modal adverb to complete the

1. Remember, you’re in a library, you speak loudly.

2. Don’t forget to take an umbrella. It rain later.

3. Betty be ill. I’ve just seen her.

4. I was using my mobile phone a minute ago. It be somewhere here.

5. A man may be friendly, yet malicious in heart.

6. I will _ call you tomorrow.

8. He can help us solve the problem.

9. I _ see a doctor immediately.

10. You should _ take up that course.

11. I _ tell my parents about my plans of going abroad.

13. This part of an argumentative text outlines the topic, provides

14. This part of an argumentative text usually comprises three or more

1. Mobile phones can be used by students in schools positively

Use of Mobile Phones in Schools

1. What is the text all about?

Be guided by the table below:

Modal Verbs Expressions Examples

Must/ Must Have CERTAINTY – to express ● She speaks 5 dialects,

Must/Have to OBLIGATION – ● You must finish your

Activity 1: Directions: Fill in the blanks with appropriate modals: will,

Milk is a nutritious food enriched with vitamins and

wear start get listen

1. You the shirt. It’s nicer than the jumper.

Activity 3: Directions: Complete the conversation by using the

could that work would like to book

A: Baguio Medical Center, Emma speaking. How _ you?

B: Good afternoon, I _ _ an appointment with Dr. Black for

B. No, I _. I work full-time, so it has to be

A: She’s busy at that time, but there’s an opening at 9:15am.

Modal 1) _ are special verbs which behave irregularly in

Directions: Complete the conversation between a PLDT representative and a

Bobby: I really might be campaigning to stop bullying in

1. What was the conversation about?

Here are examples of modal adverbs: probably, possibly, evidently, certainly,

1. I will surely watch the Avengers movie.

It is used in writing to express how definite you are abouty something.

1. STRONG – uses the adverbs always and never, evidently, surely,

Example: People should always wash their hands before eating.

2. MODERATE – uses often, rarely, usually, sometimes,

Example: Mary rarely goes out to party.

Some of the most common adverbs of possibility are:

certainly definitely maybe possibly

definitely certainly clearly

1. If we will win next week’s game, we will _ be on the finalist.

2. I watch drama movies (strong).

3. I wash dishes (moderate).

4. I drink vitamins to make me strong (moderate).

5. I clean my room (moderate).

1. I might easily tell you all about it.