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What's the meaning of the MODAL VERBS in these sentences?

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

I'm just writing to say congratulations on your engagement. You MUST be really happy!

a)

Certainty

b)

Obligation

2.

You MUST make sure that you save all documents in the correct folder.

a)

Certainty

b)

Obligation

3.

That woman CAN'T be a doctor. She looks too young.

a)

Impossibility

b)

Prohibition

4.

You CAN'T wear jeans at work. Men have to wear a suit and a tie.

a)

Impossibility

b)

Prohibition

5.

Did you know that Mozart COULD play the piano by the time he was five?

a)

Possibility

b)

Ability

6.

I'm not sure where the café is. I think it COULD be in the next street.

a)

Possibility

b)

Ability

7.

When you've finished the test, you MAY quietly leave the room.

a)

Possibility

b)

Permission

8.

I'm busy tomorrow but I MAY be able to see you on Thursday. Let me phone you.

a)

Possibility

b)

Permission

9.

You know what? I think this rain MIGHT be stopping.

a)

Possibility

b)

Permission

10.

I know you're busy, but MIGHT I ask you a quick question?

a)

Possibility

b)

Permission

11.

WILL you come with me, please?

a)

Certainty

b)

Willingness

12.

These chocolates are lovely – but I'LL be sick if I eat any more!

a)

Certainty

b)

Willingness