Future probability

We ______ ______ know the results of the election till tomorrow.

• probably won’t

• won’t probably

• maybe won’t

In ten years, we _________ be using smartphones any more.

• couldn’t

• may not

• shouldn’t

It’s __________ that the heating system will have to be replaced soon. It’s broken down three times already this month.

• likely

• possible

• probably

Philip and Ruth ________ be here at 8.00 p.m. They left at 7:30 p.m. and the trip takes half an hour.

• might

• should

• could

There’s _________ that the flight will be delayed.

• almost certainly

• maybe

• a good chance

It’s very probable that our train will be late today. (chance)

In the future we might all be driving electric cars. (perhaps)

Space travel will probably be a lot cheaper in the future. (likely)

The government might raise interest rates this year. (possible)

2. 2.

• possible

• chances

• should

• could

• unlikely