Modal Verbs_Contractions_1BM

If I ruled the world, every day ___ be the first day of spring.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'would' because it indicates a hypothetical situation. The phrase suggests that if the speaker had the power to rule the world, every day would be treated as the first day of spring.

If she managed to arrive on time, it ___ mean we could eat earlier.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'would' because it indicates a conditional situation. If she arrives on time, it would mean we could eat earlier, showing a hypothetical outcome based on her punctuality.

Which sentence correctly uses 'would'?

• I would go to school yesterday.

• She would go if she had time.

• He would wins the race.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'She would go if she had time.' It uses 'would' to express a conditional situation. The other options misuse 'would' or have grammatical errors.

Select all the correct uses of 'would':

• I would like a glass of water.

• Would you help me?

• I would goes there.

• They would arrive tomorrow.

Answer explanation

The correct uses of 'would' are in polite requests or future intentions. 'I would like a glass of water' and 'Would you help me?' are polite requests. 'They would arrive tomorrow' indicates a future event. 'I would goes there' is incorrect.

If you had a time machine, what would you do with it?

Answer explanation

If I had a time machine, I would travel to the past to witness historical events firsthand. This choice allows for a unique perspective on history, enriching my understanding of how past actions shape the present.

You ____ find much to eat at a Japanese restaurant if you don’t like fish.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'won't', which is a contraction of 'will not'. The sentence implies that if you dislike fish, you will not find much to eat at a Japanese restaurant, making 'won't' the appropriate fit.

This paint colour does not match the new carpet so it ________ better to choose another one.

Answer explanation

The correct phrase is 'would be' because it indicates a suggestion or recommendation. The sentence implies that since the paint color does not match the carpet, it is advisable to select a different color.

What is the function of 'would' in: 'If I were rich, I would travel the world.'?

• Past tense

• Hypothetical action

• Command

Answer explanation

In the sentence, 'would' indicates a hypothetical action that depends on the condition of being rich. It expresses a possibility rather than a certainty, making 'hypothetical action' the correct choice.

Write a sentence using 'would' to express a wish or dream.

Answer explanation

A correct sentence using 'would' to express a wish is: 'I would love to travel the world someday.' This shows a desire or dream about future possibilities.

Select all sentences expressing unreal/hypothetical situations:

• If he studied, he would pass.

• I would visit Paris if I had the money.

• She would eat now.

• Would you like some tea?

Answer explanation

The sentence 'I would visit Paris if I had the money' expresses a hypothetical situation about not having money. 'Would you like some tea?' is a polite inquiry, not unreal. The other sentences do not fit the criteria.