Grammar: B1 - 🔑 Modals & Related Structures: Certainty, Possibility, Advice, Obligation - Lesson 4: Modals of Request & Permission (can, could, may, would you mind - review & expansion)

Grammar: Modal Verbs B1 Lesson 4: Requests & Permission What you will learn: By the end of this lesson, you will be able to use modals like can, could, may, and would to make requests and ask for permission with the correct level of politeness. Choosing Your Level of Politeness Knowing how to ask for things politely is very important. The modal verb you choose shows how formal or informal you want to be. 😎 Informal " Can I borrow your pen?" 🙂 Polite " Could you pass the water?" 👔 Formal " May I ask a question?" The Main Patterns 📖 Asking for Permission (Is it okay for ME to do something?) Can I...? (Informal) - Perfect for friends and family. Example: " Can I borrow your phone charger?" Could I...? (Polite) - A safe and polite choice for most situations. Example: "Excuse me, Could I have the menu, please?" May I...? (Formal) - Very polite; use to show a high level of respect. Example: " May I ask a question, teacher?" Making a Request (…