Question

Given below are two statements:
Statement I: "DARE" usually forms negatives and questions like an ordinary verb and is followed by an infinitive with to.
Statement II: It can also be used like a modal verb especially in present tense negative forms and is followed by an infinitive without to.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
• B. Both Statement I and Statement II are false
• C. Statement I is true but Statement II is false
• D. Statement I is false but Statement Il is true

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

To analyze the statements regarding the use of the word "dare," let's understand how it functions in English:

1. Statement I states that "DARE" usually forms negatives and questions like an ordinary verb and is followed by an infinitive with "to". This is correct. When "dare" is used as a main verb, it behaves like a regular verb. For example:
   • "He does not dare to speak up."
   • "Does he dare to challenge them?"
   In these sentences, "dare" is used similarly to regular verbs, taking the auxiliary "do/does" for questions and negatives and followed by "to".
2. Statement II explains that "dare" can also be used like a modal verb, especially in present tense negative forms, and is followed by an infinitive without "to". This is also correct. As a modal verb, "dare" does not take "do/does" and is not followed by "to". For example:
   • "He dare not speak up."
   • "How dare you say that?"
   In these cases, "dare" is used without "to" and forms negative sentences or questions directly, similar to "can" or "must".

Both statements accurately describe the dual usage of the verb "dare" in English grammar. Therefore, the correct answer is:

Both Statement I and Statement II are true.

The understanding of "dare" as both a regular and a modal verb is essential for understanding its use in different grammatical constructions. This dual use can often be a source of confusion among learners, highlighting the importance of context in choosing the correct form.