What does the modal verb show? Select the best answer choice.

Shall I ask for a cup of tea?
A. polite question
B. ability
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Shall is used in American English to form a polite question or suggestion, or in a formal legal situation.  

Shall I ask for a cup of tea?

In the given sentence, the modal verb “shall” is used to express a polite question that implies asking permission.

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