Mastering Modal Verbs

What is a modal verb?

• A modal verb is a main verb that describes a physical state.

• A modal verb is an adverb that modifies adjectives.

• A modal verb is an auxiliary verb that expresses necessity, possibility, permission, or ability.

• A modal verb is a type of noun that indicates a specific action.

Identify the modal verb in this sentence: 'She can swim very well.'

• might

• would

• should

• can

Choose the correct modal verb: 'You ___ finish your homework before dinner.' (must/can)

• might

• must

• would

• should

Fill in the blank with a modal verb: 'He ___ be at the party by now.'

• could

• might

• should

• must

Which of the following is a modal verb: 'run', 'should', 'happy'?

• should

• can

• excited

• jog

Use a modal verb to express ability in a sentence.

• I may swim.

• I will swim.

• I can swim.

• I should swim.

Identify the modal verb in this sentence: 'They might go to the concert.'

• would

• might

• could

• should

Choose the correct modal verb: 'You ___ see a doctor if you feel sick.' (should/must)

• should

• would

• could

• might

Create a sentence using the modal verb 'would'.

• I would travel the world if I had more time.

• I should travel the world if I have more time.

• I can travel the world if I had more time.

• I will travel the world if I have more time.

What modal verb would you use to express permission?

• should

• may

• must

• can