Modal verbs
What does the modal 'might' express?
a) Certainty
b) Possibility
b) Possibility
Which sentence uses a modal for expressing necessity?
a) You have to wear a seatbelt.
b) You could wear a seatbelt.
a) You have to wear a seatbelt.
Samantha slammed her locker shut, her face red, and stormed past her friends without saying a word.
(What emotion might Samantha be feeling, and why?)
Angry, possibly at her friends.
Which sentence expresses advice?
a) You should take a break and relax.
b) You can take a break later.
a) You should take a break and relax.
Which modal verb shows ability?
a) He might swim very well.
b) He can swim very well.
b) He can swim very well.
The dog whimpered softly as it curled up under the table, and lightning flashed outside the window.
(What might be causing the dog’s behaviour?)
The dog is scared of the storm.
What does the modal verb 'could' express?
a) Ability
b) Possibility
b) Possibility
What does the modal 'would' suggest in this sentence: "I would go if I had time"?
a) Permission
b) Hypothetical situation
b) Hypothetical situation
Tom’s parents exchanged worried glances when they saw the time and noticed his empty chair at the dinner table.
(What might be going on with Tom, and how are his parents feeling?)
Tom is late home and his parents are worried.
Which sentence shows an obligation?
a) You must finish your homework by tonight.
b) You might finish your homework later.
a) You must finish your homework by tonight.
Which sentence uses 'ought to' correctly?
a) You ought to be more careful with your words.
b) You ought to can help your brother.
a) You ought to be more careful with your words.
The fire alarm went off, and the students calmly stood up, lining up at the door without talking.
(What can we infer about how familiar the students are with fire drills?)
Which modal verb shows lack of certainty?
a) She might come to the party.
b) She must come to the party.
a) She might come to the party.
Which modal verb suggests permission?
a) You should use your phone.
b) Can I use your phone?
b) Can I use your phone?
Bella clutched the book tightly to her chest, her eyes sparkling as she whispered, "I can't believe that ending!"
(What might Bella feel about the book, and what can we infer about its ending?)