I must do my homework now. vs I should do my homework now.

Both phrases are correct, but they convey slightly different levels of obligation. 'I must do my homework now' implies a stronger sense of necessity or obligation, while 'I should do my homework now' suggests a recommendation or advice. The choice between 'must' and 'should' depends on the speaker's intention and the level of urgency or importance they want to convey.

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I must do my homework now.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express a strong sense of obligation or necessity.

This phrase is used to convey a strong sense of necessity or obligation. It implies that there is no choice or alternative but to do the homework immediately.

Examples:

I must finish this report by tomorrow.
She must call her parents before leaving.
We must leave for the airport in an hour.

Alternatives:

I have to do my homework now.
I need to do my homework now.
I am required to do my homework now.
I am obligated to do my homework now.
I am compelled to do my homework now.

I should do my homework now.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to suggest a recommendation or advice.

This phrase is used to suggest that doing the homework now is a good idea or the right course of action, but there may be some flexibility or choice involved.

Examples:

You should eat your vegetables for good health.
He should apologize for his mistake.
We should start preparing for the meeting.

Alternatives:

I ought to do my homework now.
I need to do my homework now.
It would be wise to do my homework now.
It is advisable to do my homework now.
I am recommended to do my homework now.

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I must do my homework now. vs I should do my homework now.