Polite Requests and Modal Verbs Quiz

Which of the following sentences is the most polite way to ask someone to pass the salt at the dinner table?

• Pass me the salt.

• Could you please pass me the salt?

• I need the salt.

• Give me the salt.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses a modal verb to make a request.

• You will help me with my homework.

• Can you help me with my homework?

• You help me with my homework.

• I help you with your homework.

Which question is formulated correctly to ask for directions to the library?

• Where library is?

• Where is the library?

• Library where is?

• Is where the library?

Identify the sentence that clearly expresses a need.

• I might need some help later.

• I need some help with this project.

• I could use some help.

• Help would be nice.

Which of the following sentences uses an appropriate tone for a formal email request?

• Hey, send me the report.

• I want the report now.

• Could you please send me the report at your earliest convenience?

• Give me the report.

Select the sentence that best demonstrates understanding of context when making a request.

• Can you lend me your car for a month?

• Could you lend me a pen for a moment?

• I need you to give me your house keys.

• You should give me your phone.

Which sentence uses a modal verb to express a polite request?

• You must give me your notes.

• May I borrow your notes, please?

• I will take your notes.

• You have to give me your notes.

Identify the sentence that uses an appropriate tone for a casual request among friends.

• You need to give me your book.

• Could you pass me your book, please?

• Give me your book.

• I demand your book.

Which of the following questions is correctly formulated to ask for permission?

• I can go to the party?

• Can I go to the party?

• I go to the party?

• Go to the party I can?

Choose the sentence that clearly expresses a need in a professional setting.

• I might need a new computer.

• I need a new computer to complete my tasks efficiently.

• A new computer would be nice.

• I could use a new computer.