C1 Exercise on Modals (Perspectives Unit 3 Grammar Section)

“Angela’s made a number of mistakes in this report.” “Well, she ..... be quite careless at times.”

• can
• need
• will
• could

“Wasn’t Ben going to help you with the decorating?” “Yes, but he ..... .”

• might have forgotten
• must forget
• may as well forget
• could be forgetting

“I might have to work late on Friday.” “Well, perhaps we ..... meet on Saturday instead.”

• could
• must
• may
• are able

I knew you’d enjoy this exhibition. Otherwise I ..... it.

• wouldn't have suggested
• can't have suggested
• couldn't suggest
• mustn't suggest

“How are the children getting on at summer camp?” “They ..... be happier!”

• couldn't
• wouldn't
• won't
• can't

Claire isn’t in her office, which means she ..... from home today.

• might be working
• may be worked
• could have worked
• can working

“Police are doing a good job of fighting crime around here.” “Oh, I still think they ..... do more.”

• could
• had to
• need
• would

“Only four students are taking part in the sponsored run this year.” “I thought everyone ..... in.”

• had to join
• has to have joined
• ought to has joined
• must be joining

I’m afraid we don’t have any apple pie left, but you ..... try our chocolate cake instead.

• might
• need
• will
• ought

“This must be the most boring film ever!” “I ..... believe anyone is enjoying it.”

• can't
• couldn't
• mustn't
• might not