Understanding the Modal Verb 'Must' and 'Mustn't'

Understanding the Modal Verb 'Must' and 'Mustn't'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of the modal verb 'must'?

To express a rule or obligation

To express a suggestion

To express a possibility

To express a wish

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the affirmative form, how does 'must' compare to 'have to'?

'Must' is weaker than 'have to'

'Must' is stronger than 'have to'

'Must' and 'have to' are identical

'Must' is only used in informal contexts

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of using 'must' to make a deduction?

You must finish your homework.

He must be tired after the long flight.

You must not enter the restricted area.

We must pay the rent on time.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which situation would you use 'must' to give a strong recommendation?

You must not enter the building.

You must see this movie, it's amazing.

You must be 18 to vote.

You must finish your assignment.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'mustn't' express?

A possibility

A necessity

A prohibition

A suggestion

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does 'mustn't' differ from 'don't have to'?

'Mustn't' means not allowed, 'don't have to' means optional

'Mustn't' means optional, 'don't have to' means not allowed

Both mean the same thing

Both express a strong recommendation

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sentence correctly uses the affirmative form of 'must'?

We mustn't forget the keys.

They must leave early.

She must to go now.

He musts finish his work.

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