modals in the past form

we arrive to fifth materials. here we goooo Modals in the Past form dalam bahasa Indonesia adalah kata bantu pengandaian dalam bentuk lampau.

When do we use modals?
To talk about someone's ability (or inability) to do something
Example: "We can find your house without the street plan."
"She can't have a daughter that old!"

To talk about an action that is necessary (or impossible, or not necessary)
Example: "You must always have your driver's licence when you are driving your car."
"You needn't carry your passport around with you."

To talk about a situation that is possible (or impossible)
Example:"Do be careful with that glass, the baby might knock it over"

a. Could + Verb base
We can use this expression : to offer suggestion or possibilities.
Example :
Lilid : I’m having trouble with math.
Hanna : Why don’t you ask Laila ?
Perhaps she could help you.

b. Might + Verb base
Use might to tell possibilities.
Example :
Bella : Why is Villa taking the bus to get home.
Maria : He might get a flat time.

c. Would + verb base
Use would for an action that was repeated regulary in the past.
Example :
Dheppy : What did you usually do on holidays ?
Dessy : I would visit my grandparents In the village, but how not anymore.

d. Would + Mind + V-ing
Use would to express polite request.
Example :
Cindy : Would you mind posting the letter ?
Mey : No, Not at all.

e. Should + Verb base
Example :
Tiani : Putri , you should go to library now ?
Karen : O.k.