English Term Test II

What meaning does the modal verb "can" adopt in this question?

Can you come to my house today?

• Modal of ability

• modal of permission

• Modal of request

• Modal of preference

Fill in the blank using the appropriate modal of ability.

My daughter is amazing. She ________ count from 1-10 when she was 2.

Is the following question correct?

May you help me fix the car, please?

• Yes

• No

Now write this question properly

(Please observe correct punctuation in your answer)

May you help me fix the car, please?

Choose the correct option.

From the bottom to the top, the modals of permission are organized according to formality as follows

• can, could, may, would you mind if I

• can, may, could, would you mind if I

• may, can, could, would you mind if I

• would you mind if I, may, could, can

Of the questions below, all express permission except (pick one)

• You can use my computer if you like

• Could I borrow your pen for a moment, please?

• Can you send my mom a message?

• These pages may be photocopied.

Pick the right option to fill in the blanks. Write your answer in the space provided.

Until I find a suitable flat, I would rather ________ with my friend John _______ with a stranger in the dorms.

Options: [to stay - than] [staying - to] [stay - than]

Pick the right option to fill in the blanks. Write your answer in the space provided.

My mom prefers __________ in supermarkets __________ to the local shops as they can find whatever they need.

Options: [shop - than go] [shopping - to going] [to shop - to go]

Pick the right option to fill in the blanks. Write your answer in the space provided.

I would like __________ my favorite soccer team playing when they come to town.

Options: [to see] [see] [seeing]

Pick the correct option to complete the sentence.

I don't get good grades at school, _________.

• If I don't do my homework.

• If I didn't do my homework.

• If I hadn't done my homework.

• if I wouldn't do my homework.