Mastering Modal Verbs

Identify the modal verb in the sentence: She ________swim very well.

• can

• will

• might

• should

Which modal verb indicates a past ability?

• should

• might

• would

• could

You must finish your homework before going out. What does 'must' express?

• permission

• recommendation

• obligation

• suggestion

He could play the piano when he was younger. What does 'could' indicate?

• Future possibility

• Current skill

• Past intention

• Past ability

You should see a doctor if you're feeling unwell. What is the necessity here?

• To get a prescription for medication.

• To ensure proper health care.

• To receive a referral for a specialist.

• To avoid unnecessary expenses.

They might join us for dinner later. What does 'might' suggest?

• A past event or action

• A command or request

• Certainty or assurance

• Possibility or uncertainty

I have to study for my exams this weekend. What does 'have to' show?

• It suggests a choice or preference.

• It indicates a casual suggestion.

• It means you are free to decide.

• It shows a necessity or obligation.

Can you help me with this project? What is the function of 'can' here?

• The function of 'can' is to express a command.

• The function of 'can' is to indicate ability or possibility.

• The function of 'can' is to show preference.

• The function of 'can' is to indicate a past event.

You must not smoke in this area. What does 'must not' express?

• Prohibition

• Recommendation

• Suggestion

• Advice

You should not skip breakfast. What is the necessity expressed by 'should not'?

• It implies a choice without consequences.

• It indicates an obligation.

• It expresses a strong recommendation or necessity.

• It denotes a legal obligation.