Unit 7 Sports and Relaxation
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Activity 7 – I learn: Use of ‘may’.
Grammar
Did you know?
When we want to do something, we sometimes need permission.
It is important to ask permission in a polite and respectful manner.
By using ‘may’, we are politely asking permission to do something.
Hello Sir. My name is Dixie. May I
join your football team?
I really want to join the village football team. Mum has
agreed, but she says I need to ask permission from
the football coach. Will you come with me, Pixie?
Dixie, of course you may!
Pixie and Dixie go to meet the football coach.