Section outline

  • Use of modal verb 'shall':
    To express Examples
    Future actions We shall go for the meeting tomorrow.
    A promise or assurance We shall do our bit for the country.
    Offer Shall I call the doctor?
    Suggestion Shall I open the door?
    An advice or confirmation Shall we go through the notes now?
    Obligation  All parents shall pay the fees tomorrow.
    Will of the person Shall I get you a dress for the dinner? 
     Command  You shall follow the rules.