Mastering Modal Verbs

What modal verb expresses ability in the past?

• would

• should

• could

• might

Choose the correct modal: She ___ go to the party if she finishes her homework. (can/must)

• must not

• can

• should

• might

What modal verb is used to express a strong obligation?

• might

• could

• must

• should

Fill in the blank: You ___ not smoke in the hospital. (must/can)

• must

• might

• should

• could

Which modal verb indicates a possibility?

• might

• could

• must

• should

Rewrite the sentence using a modal verb: It is possible for him to win the race.

• He might win the race.

• He should win the race.

• He will win the race.

• He can win the race.

What is the difference between 'may' and 'might'?

• 'May' and 'might' are interchangeable with no difference.

• 'May' is used only in formal contexts, while 'might' is informal.

• 'May' indicates a stronger possibility or permission, while 'might' suggests a weaker possibility or hypothetical situation.

• 'May' refers to past events, while 'might' refers to future events.

Choose the correct modal: They ___ be at the meeting right now. (could/must)

• should

• must

• might

• would

What modal verb would you use to give advice?

• could

• should

• might

• would

Fill in the blank: You ___ see a doctor if you are feeling unwell. (should/can)

• should

• will

• might

• must