Understanding Modal Verbs

Which modal verb is used to express present ability?

• Can

• Could

• May

• Must

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

What is a polite way to ask for permission using a modal verb?

• Can I go to the bathroom?

• May I go to the bathroom?

• Should I go to the bathroom?

• Must I go to the bathroom?

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which modal verb indicates a recommendation?

• Must

• Can

• Should

• Will

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

What is the base form of the main verb following a modal verb?

• Past form

• Present form

• Base form

• Future form

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which modal verb is used to express past ability?

• Can

• Could

• May

• Shall

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

which modal verbs expresses necessity or obligation?

• Must and should

• Can and Must

• May and Should

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which of the following sentences correctly expresses a past ability?

• I could swim when I was young

• I should swim when I was young

• I must swim when I was young

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B

Which of the following sentences uses a modal verb to give permission?

• You should study for the test.

• You can borrow my book.

• You must finish your homework

Tags

CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.9-10.1B