Using modal verbs

Which of the following are modal verbs?

• be

• might

• could

• learn

What is the purpose of the modal verb 'will' in this sentence? "They will find us somewhere to stay."

• To show that they have an obligation to find us somewhere to stay

• To show that they definitely will find us somewhere to stay

• To show that they might possibly find us somewhere to stay

What are the modal verbs in this sentence? "We have to do maths first today and then we will enjoy some music."

• do

• have to

• will

• and

Tick the modal verbs that show that something is possible to happen but not certain.

• will

• may

• could

• shall

Which sentence contains a modal verb showing obligation?

• We ought to try harder.

• We could try harder.

• We will try harder.

What type of word is a modal verb?

• An adjective.

• An adverb.

• A noun.

• An auxiliary verb.

Put this sentence from certain to happen to least to happen

1. We might win this match

2. We will win this match.

3. We should win this match.

• 1,2,3

• 3,1,2

• 2,1,3

Which of these speech sentences use a modal verb. Tick 2 correct answers.

• "You have one more chance," said Mrs Begum.

• "You should stop right now!" bellowed Mr McIntyre

• "We will get into trouble," whispered Sam