Modals to express requests: CAN, COULD, WILL, WOULD

Can, could, will and would are used to express requests:

Can you lend me $10?
Can I borrow your car?
Could you tell me where the train station is?
Could I have a cigarette?
Will you turn off your mobile phone, please?
Would you open the door for me?
Would you mind stepping outside for a moment?

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