Grammar Practice 1

DIRECTIONS. Choose the appropriate modal to complete the statement based on the function in the parenthesis.

Multiple Choice

Zakia (can, must) love the king. (certainty)

• can

• must

Multiple Choice

The king (will, should) prove his fidelity to Zakia. (promise)

• will

• should

Multiple Choice

Her father (could, shall) be grateful for his daughter’s obedience. (recommendation)

• could

• shall

Multiple Choice

The king’s ministers (will, must) accompany the king. (certainty)

• will

• must

Multiple Choice

The ugly man (shall, may) be given grave punishment. (possibility)

• shall

• may

DIRECTIONS. Read and analyze each statement. Then, choose the appropriate modal to use.

Multiple Choice

Sam: Mrs. Dizon, (can, could) you help me with this lecture?

Mrs. Dizon: Sure, Sam! 

• can

• could

Multiple Choice

Mom: Dear, (may, can) I have some of your cookies?

Lara: Yes, mom. Have as much as you want.

• can

• may

Multiple Choice

Lara: Sam, you (may, can) check the fridge for ice cream.

Sam: Cool! I (may, can) get ice cream for you as well.

• may, can

• may, may

• can, may

• can, can

Multiple Choice

Nurse Mae: Lara, you (must, should) consult with the doctor immediately.

Lara: Oh, dear. Thanks, Nurse Mae!

• must

• should