Modal Verbs

"It _____ rain tomorrow." (Expressing a possibility of rain)

• may

• might

• could

• maybe

"She ______ speak three languages when she was younger." (Describing past ability)

• perhaps

• might

• could

• may

• Example 4: "_____ I suggest an alternative?" (Offering a suggestion with less certainty)

• could

• may

• maybe

• might

Which word could go in the blank to show permission?

 

___________ I go outside?

• Might

• May

• Would

• Should

Which word could go in the blank to show a slight possibility?

 

It ___________ be warmer this afternoon.

• Might

• Can

• Must

• Should

Which word could go in the blank to show a past ability?

 

I __________ fit in my locker when I was 5.

• Might

• Could

• Can

• Should