Tag: subordinate
The Sequence of Tenses
The Sequence of tenses refers to the relationship between the tenses in a sentence, particularly when there are multiple clauses with different tenses. The basic principle behind the sequence of tenses is that the tense used in a subordinate clause (a clause that depends on or is part of another clause) is influenced by the tense used in the main clause.
Modal Verbs: might
Might with the indefinite infinitive is used to express possibility or uncertainty in the present or future.In the perfect infinitive form, might have is used to express possibility or uncertainty in the past
Modal Verbs: may
May is used with the indefinite infinitive to express permission, possibility or probability in the present. It can also be used to make polite requests.