La modalité : can, must, should

Exprimer la capacité, l'obligation et le conseil en anglais — programme de 2nde LVA

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Cette activité de compréhension sur « La modalité : can, must, should » en seconde entraîne à lire, analyser et répondre à des questions en anglais (LVA). Elle suit le programme officiel de seconde. Au programme : Qu'est-ce qu'un modal ?, Can / Could : capacité et permission, Must : obligation et interdiction, Should : conseil et recommandation. Lis le document, réponds puis vérifie immédiatement tes réponses pour progresser. Un bon moyen de travailler la méthode, d'enrichir son vocabulaire et de préparer les contrôles. Ressource gratuite proposée par un professeur particulier à Marseille pour réussir en anglais (LVA) en seconde.

1Lis attentivement ce texte sur les règles d'une école internationale, puis réponds aux questions.

School Rules at Greenfield International School

Welcome to Greenfield International School! All students must read these rules carefully before the start of term.

Students can use the school library between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on weekdays. They can borrow up to three books at a time. However, students mustn't eat or drink in the library, and they must return books within two weeks.

In the classroom, students must switch off their mobile phones. They can't use electronic devices during lessons unless a teacher gives permission. Students who need a dictionary can borrow one from the teacher.

Students don't have to wear a school uniform, but they should dress in a smart and respectful way. They shouldn't wear clothes with offensive messages or images.

If you have any questions, you can contact your form tutor. Remember: you should ask for help whenever you need it — our staff is always here for you!

2Questions

Q1 What can students do at the library? Give two examples from the text.

Q2 What are students forbidden from doing in the library? Mention two rules.

Q3 Are students required to wear a school uniform? Justify your answer with a quote from the text.

Q4 Find two examples of 'should' or 'shouldn't' in the text and explain what they mean.

Q5 Why do you think the school uses 'must' for some rules and 'should' for others? Explain in your own words.

Voir le corrigé

They can use the library between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m.
They mustn't eat or drink
No, they don't have to wear a uniform
Réponse libre — exemple : 'They should dress in a smart and respectful way' means it is recommended (not obligatory) to dress properly. 'They shouldn't wear clothes with offensive messages' means it is advised not to do so.
Réponse libre — exemple : The school uses 'must' for compulsory rules that students cannot break (like switching off phones). 'Should' is used for advice or recommendations that are not strictly mandatory but are expected (like dressing smartly).

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