Question

Найдите в предложениях модальные глаголы и их эквивалентны: 1. The Iberians were unable to fight back the attacks of the Celts who were armed with metal spears, swords, daggers and axes. 2. For the safety of towns in the evening the townspeople had to put out their fires and lights. 3. Your friend may not know that we are here already. 4. A series of events took place, which was later to work a transformation in the kingdom.

Answer 1

1.)unable
2.) had to
3.) may not
4.)

Answer 2

Were unable, had to put, may not know

Answer 3

Модальные глаголы в предложениях:

1. "were unable to" - эквивалент: "couldn't"
2. "had to" - эквивалент: "were required to" or "must"
3. "may not" - эквивалент: "might not" or "could not"
4. "was later to" - эквивалент: "would later" or "was going to"