Modal Auxiliary Verbs with Direct Object

Good evening! Modal auxiliary verbs like "can," "should," "must," "might," etc., indeed change the meaning of a sentence by expressing ability, possibility, necessity, or permission. When it comes to direct objects, the modal verb is followed by the base form of the main verb, and the direct object remains the same as in a regular sentence.

Here are some sentences to practice with, including direct objects:

1. She can play the piano.
   • Direct Object: the piano
2. They should complete the assignment by tomorrow.
   • Direct Object: the assignment
3. He must return the book to the library.
   • Direct Object: the book
4. We might visit the museum this weekend.
   • Direct Object: the museum
5. You could try the new restaurant downtown.
   • Direct Object: the new restaurant
6. I would like a cup of coffee, please.
   • Direct Object: a cup of coffee
7. She may borrow my laptop for the presentation.
   • Direct Object: my laptop
8. They ought to follow the instructions carefully.
   • Direct Object: the instructions
9. He will send the email before the meeting.
   • Direct Object: the email
10. We shall overcome these challenges together.
    • Direct Object: these challenges

Feel free to create more sentences using these examples as a guide. If you have any more questions or need further clarification, let me know! 😊