Modals
Weather
Accepting/Rejecting Proposals
Articles
Offering Advice
100
This modal verb is used when asking if someone has the ability to do something.
Can
100
What is smoke + fog?
Smog.
100
You agree to a friend's suggestion to go for a coffee later today.
"Sure, that sounds great!" or "Sure, sounds great!"*
*Answers may vary
100
Fill in the blank: "He’s going to be ______ engineer when he finishes school."
He’s going to be an engineer when he finishes school.
AN
100
You are giving advice to a friend who is struggling to decide on a restaurant. You tell them about a great place you know.
"I recommend trying that new Italian restaurant. It’s fantastic!"
200
This modal verb is often used to give advice or suggest something you think is a good idea.
Should
200
If the it is hot and the sun is out, it is...
SUNNY!
200
You politely turn down a suggestion to go out after work because you’re feeling tired.
"I’m afraid I can’t tonight, I’m a bit tired, but thanks for asking!"*
*Answers may vary.
200
Fill in the blank: "I want to visit ______ United States someday."
I want to visit the United States someday.
THE
200
Your friend is considering changing careers but feels unsure about it.
"I suggest you talk to people in the field to get a better idea of what it’s really like."
300
Fill in the blank: "You ______ see a doctor if you're feeling sick."
You should see a doctor if you're feeling sick.
300
What weather phenomenon does this picture show?
A blizzard/snowstorm!
300
You enthusiastically accept someone's proposal to implement a new strategy at your company. What do you respond?
“Let’s try that” or “Let’s do that”
300
Fill in the blank: "I saw ______ interesting movie last night."
I saw an interesting movie last night.
AN
300
Your colleague wants to improve their presentation skills before a big meeting.
"If I were you, I would practice in front of a mirror to build confidence."
400
Fill in the blank: "It ______ rain later, so you should bring an umbrella."
It might/may rain later, so you should bring an umbrella.
400
The air is full of mist, and it’s hard to see far ahead. The visibility is poor. What's the weather like?
Foggy.
400
You want to point out that there might be some issues with a proposed idea. What phrase would you say?
“I can see one or two problems with that idea”
400
Correct the following sentence:
I have the idea to improve the project.
I have an idea to improve the project.
400
Your friend is feeling under the weather and doesn’t want to go out for a social event.
"Why don’t you rest at home and take care of yourself? You’ll feel better soon!"
500
Fill in the blank: "You ______ wear a helmet when riding a bike."
You must wear a helmet when riding a bike.
500
The sky is completely covered with clouds, and the weather feels dull or grey, with no sunshine. What type of weather am I?
Overcast.
500
You and a colleague are discussing ideas for an upcoming presentation. Your colleague suggests using a specific graphic design style that you think might not be the best fit for the audience, but you're open to trying something else.
"I am not really sure about that. Could we try a more professional and simple design instead? It might work better for the audience."
500
Correct the following sentence:
We stayed in a hotel near a Eiffel Tower.
We stayed in a hotel near the Eiffel Tower.
500
Your friend is thinking about buying a used car, but they’re unsure if it’s a good idea.
"I advise you to get a mechanic to check the car before you buy it."