Ch. 7 Modals of Possibility Quiz

Apply the correct modal verb to express a strong future certainty: "He _______ graduate next year."

• might

• could

• will

• should

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'will' because it expresses a strong certainty about a future event. In this case, it indicates that he is definitely going to graduate next year.

Analyze the use of the modal verb in this sentence: "You must be tired after the long journey."

• Expressing ability

• Giving permission

• Making a conclusion

• Offering advice

Answer explanation

The modal verb 'must' indicates a strong assumption or conclusion about the subject's state. In this case, it suggests that the speaker infers the listener's tiredness due to the long journey, making 'making a conclusion' the correct choice.

Analyze the following sentence and determine the meaning of the modal verb: "He must be the new teacher."

• Ability

• Permission

• Conclusion

• Obligation

Answer explanation

In the sentence "He must be the new teacher," the modal verb "must" indicates a conclusion based on evidence or reasoning. It suggests that the speaker is inferring that he is the new teacher, rather than stating a fact or obligation.

Which of the following sentences uses a modal verb to express possibility in the present or future?

• You must finish your homework.

• She can swim very fast.

• They might visit us this weekend.

• I will call you tomorrow.

Answer explanation

The sentence 'They might visit us this weekend.' uses the modal verb 'might' to express possibility in the future. The other sentences express necessity, ability, or certainty, not possibility.

Identify the modal verb in the following sentence: "We will meet you at the station."

• meet

• will

• station

• you

Answer explanation

The modal verb in the sentence "We will meet you at the station" is "will." Modal verbs express necessity or possibility, and in this case, "will" indicates a future action.

Identify the modal verb in the following sentence: "She might go to the party tonight."

• go

• might

• party

• tonight

Answer explanation

The modal verb in the sentence "She might go to the party tonight" is "might." Modal verbs express possibility, necessity, or ability, and in this case, "might" indicates a possibility of attending the party.

"We _____ consider all options before making a decision."

• ought to

• can

• will

• might

Answer explanation

The phrase "ought to" indicates a strong recommendation or obligation, suggesting that considering all options is necessary before making a decision. The other choices do not convey the same level of necessity.

Which modal verb expresses a high level of certainty about a future event?

• might

• could

• will

• may

Answer explanation

The modal verb 'will' expresses a high level of certainty about a future event, indicating that something is expected to happen. In contrast, 'might', 'could', and 'may' suggest possibility rather than certainty.

Create a sentence using the modal verb "could" to express a future possibility.

• She could attend the meeting tomorrow.

• She could have been at the meeting yesterday.

• She could be the best player.

• She could have a new car.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, "She could attend the meeting tomorrow," uses "could" to indicate a future possibility, suggesting that her attendance is not certain but is a potential outcome.

Which of these sentences refer to possibility?

• I might be late because of the traffic.

• She's definitely going to get a 10 in Mathematics.

• He could try harder.

• You mustn't walk on the grass.

Answer explanation

The sentence "I might be late because of the traffic" indicates a possibility, using 'might' to express uncertainty. The other sentences either express certainty or prohibition, not possibility.