4. Ought: It has only one form and it is commonly used to express an obligation that is right, advisable, or desirable: We ought to have visited the governor. You ought to have married the man that sponsored you in the university
5. May: It performs the following functions:
a. It is used to indicate or ask for permission: May I bring the chairs into the hall?
b. It is used to indicate possibility: This coat may be Peter’s
c. It shows purpose: I will write today so that Kunle may know when to expect me.
d. It expresses wishes and hopes: May you live long to reap the fruits of your labour
To be continued…
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