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Download Solution PDFIdentify function of modal auxiliary 'could' in the given sentence.
One could walk miles in the jungle without seeing even a wild rabbit.
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Download Solution PDFThe function of the modal auxiliary 'could' in the given sentence is: express possibility. Key Points
- In the sentence, "One could walk miles in the jungle without seeing even a wild rabbit," the modal auxiliary 'could' is used to indicate the possibility or potential to walk miles in the jungle without encountering a wild rabbit.
- Option 1, expressing ability in the past, would be represented by "could have walked" instead of "could walk."
- Option 2, expressing permission, would typically use "may" or "might" instead of "could."
- Option 4, expressing obligation, would typically use "should" or "must" instead of "could."
- Therefore, the correct option is: express possibility.
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