Matching Pairs Compound Verbal ModalOnline version State the components of the compound verbal modal predicate in the following sentences. by Irina Gavrilova 1 A verb with a modal meaning and an infinitive or a gerund 2 Verbs and expressions used in the predicate of sentences containing the Subjective Infinitive Construction (Complex Subject) 3 A modal verb and an infinitive 4 Modal expressions: to be + Infinitive, to have + Infinitive 5 Modal expressions and an infinitive Baring had been obliged to forego making friends. (Wilson) We intend going to Switzerland, and climbing Mount Blanc. (Ch. Bronte) "You should answer that question," he said to Rachel. (Collins) I have to work for my living. (Jerome) Never mind who told me. I happen to know his car was seen here yesterday afternoon. (Du Maurier)