2.3.- Modal verbs for offers.
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“The horizon leans forward, offering you space to place new steps of change.”
Maya Angelou.
Modal verbs can also express offers. You already know some of the forms, but it is always good to revise!
- Will
It is used when we are willing to do something or to offer to do something.
- I will help you with that box.
- Don't worry. I will close the door.
- Shall I?
We use this interrogative form when we offer to do something for someone.
- Shall I push the trolley for you?
- Shall I take the children to school today?
- Can
It is used in the affirmative form to make offers to do something.
- I can drive you home.
- I can help you, if you want.
- Would you like/ prefer?
- Would you like to come with us?
- Would you like to stay here?
Ejercicio Resuelto
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