Understanding Modals in English

What is a modal verb?

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

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

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

• A modal verb is an adverb that modifies adjectives.

Which of the following is a modal verb: can, run, quickly?

• can

• jog

• quickly

• should

Fill in the blank: She _____ go to the party if she finishes her homework.

• would

• might

• should

• can

Choose the correct modal: You _____ not smoke in here.

• might

• should

• can

• must

What modal verb expresses ability?

• might

• can

• should

• must

Fill in the blank: He _____ play the guitar very well.

• would

• can

• might

• should

Which modal verb is used for making requests?

• should

• would

• could

• might

Fill in the blank: _____ you help me with this?

• Could

• Would

• Should

• Might

What is the past form of 'can'?

• cans

• caned

• canned

• could

Choose the correct modal: They _____ be at home; the lights are on.

• might

• could

• should

• must