Using preps on the plane

Excuse me, ……….you help me find my seat?

• Could

• Do

• May

• Are

• Is

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Could' as it is a polite way to request assistance. 'May' is also polite but less common in this context. 'Do', 'Are', and 'Is' are not appropriate for making requests.

……. I recline my seat?

• Could

• Do

• May

• Are

• Is

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Do' because it is used to form questions in the present simple tense. The sentence 'Do I recline my seat?' is grammatically correct, while the other options do not fit the structure of the question.

…….. I see your boarding pass?

• Could

• Do

• May

• Are

• Is

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'May' because it is a polite way to ask for permission or to inquire about something, fitting the context of asking to see a boarding pass.

……. you prefer a window or an aisle seat?

• Could

• Do

• May

• Are

• Is

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Are' because the question asks about a preference, which requires a form of the verb 'to be' in the present tense. 'Are' is the appropriate form for the subject 'you'.

…….. you sitting by the window or in the middle seat?

• Could

• Do

• May

• Are

• Is

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Is' because the question is asking about the current state of the subject, making 'Is' the appropriate form of the verb 'to be' for this context.

…….. I take your luggage to the overhead compartment?

• May

• Are

• Is

• Could

• Do

…….. I switch/swap seats with you?

• Could

• Is

• Do

• Are

• May