Watch four videos using Passive Modals of Obligation in conversation.
Man: So, what needs to be done?
Woman: Lots needs to be done.
Man: OK, such as?
Woman: First, all the documents need to be proofread. Then they need to be formatted.
Man: OK, I can do that. Do these need to be translated?
Woman: No, you can leave that for me.
Man: OK, great. I'll get right on it.
Woman: Is your new house finished yet?
Man: No, lots still needs to be done.
Woman: Yeah, such as?
Man: Well, the walls still need to be painted, and the wiring still needs to be done.
Woman: Well, at least you're getting close to the end.
Man: True, but until then, no rest.
Man: What needs to be done for the party?
Woman: Lots. Let's see. First, the tables need to be set, and the chairs need to be brought down from upstairs.
Man: I can do that.
Woman: Great, but the chairs might be dusty. They may need to be wiped off first.
Man: OK, no problem. Do you have any towels?
Woman: I do. But they're in the washer. They might need to be dried first.
Man: Actually, you know what, they might work better if they're damp.
Woman: Good point. The washer is over there.
Proofread - to read (documents) in order to detect and correct errors.
Formatted - arranged or put into a format, especially the layout of text or documents.
Translated - converted from one language to another.
Leave that for me - to not do something so another person can do it.
Get right on it - start working on it immediately.
Conversation 2
Wiring - electrical systems within the house.
Getting close to the end - nearing the completion of a project or task.
No rest - no opportunity to relax or take a break.
Conversation 3
Tables need to be set - arranging tables with items like tablecloths, dishes, and utensils.
brought down - moving something, usually from a higher floor to a lower one.
Wiped off - cleaned by rubbing, especially to remove dust or dirt.
In the washer - being washed in a washing machine.
Work better if they're damp - referring to the towels' effectiveness when slightly wet.
Damp - wet
