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Lesson summary:

Episode: 5

This is part 2 of the "Discuss both views and give your opinion" essay. 

Important information:

Miscellaneous

  • Writing must only be submitted by email with your student ID Number to thinkincafekk@gmail.com.

  • Students should download the recommended books.

Essential Points

การใช้ modal verbs ในการเขียนเรียนช่วยเพิ่มความละเอียดและแสดงความมั่นใจ, ความเป็นไปได้, ความจำเป็น, หรือการให้อนุญาต. นี่คือคำแนะนำเกี่ยวกับวิธีใช้ modal verbs ในเรื่องการเขียนเรียน

  1. Expressing Certainty การแสดงความมั่นใจ

    • Must: Use "must" to convey strong certainty.

      • Example: The government must implement stricter environmental policies.

    • Can't: Use "can't" to express strong certainty in the negative.

      • Example: It can't be denied that climate change is a pressing issue.

  2. Expressing Probability การแสดงความเป็นไปได้:

    • May/Might: Use "may" or "might" to indicate possibility or probability.

      • Example: Technological advancements may lead to a more sustainable future.

    • Could: Use "could" to suggest a possibility or potential.

      • Example: Renewable energy sources could revolutionize the energy sector.

  3. Expressing Necessity or Obligation การแสดงความจำเป็นหรือความนโยบาย:

    • Should/Ought to: Use "should" or "ought to" to express necessity or obligation.

      • Example: Individuals should take responsibility for their carbon footprint.

    • Have to/Must: Use "have to" or "must" to convey a strong sense of obligation.

      • Example: Society must prioritize the conservation of natural resources.

  4. Expressing Permission การให้อนุญาต:

    • Can/May: Use "can" or "may" to indicate permission.

      • Example: Individuals can make a difference by adopting eco-friendly practices.

    • Could: Use "could" to express a polite request or permission.

      • Example: Could citizens be encouraged to use public transportation?

  5. Expressing Ability การแสดงความสามารถ:

    • Can: Use "can" to indicate the ability to do something.

      • Example: Technology can facilitate efficient waste management.

    • Could: Use "could" to suggest a potential or hypothetical ability.

      • Example: With proper investment, communities could develop sustainable practices.

  6. Expressing Advice การให้คำแนะนำ:

    • Should/Ought to: Use "should" or "ought to" to provide advice.

      • Example: Governments ought to invest in renewable energy for long-term benefits.

    • Could: Use "could" to offer a suggestion or idea.

      • Example: Individuals could reduce their carbon footprint by using public transportation.

Try this exercise!

Complete the same activity using the same grammar and similar terminology to create a response for this activity. Then, submit your written response to your teacher by email at thinkincafekk@gmail.com with your Student ID Number.

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