Modality Exercises: Advanced (positive & Negative)

The researchers ___ complete their study by next month.

• should

• might

• must

• could

This method ___ yield more accurate results under controlled conditions.

• could

• must

• might

• should

They ___ overlook any significant details in their analysis.

• shouldn't

• wouldn't

• mustn't

• couldn't

The professor ___ consider revising his hypothesis based on the new data.

• may

• might

• should

• can

The students ___ rely solely on secondary sources for their research paper.

• shouldn't

• couldn't

• mightn't

• wouldn't

The committee ___ approve the proposal if it aligns with the current policies.

• must

• should

• might

• could

Researchers ___ assume causation from correlation without further evidence.

• couldn't

• shouldn't

• mightn't

• mustn't

The team ___ require additional funding to continue the experiment.

• should

• could

• might

• must

This new framework ___ provide a fresh perspective on the topic.

• must

• can

• should

• might

They ___ underestimate the complexity of the problem.

• mustn't

• shouldn't

• couldn't

• wouldn't