Question

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Complete the sentences with one of the two choices.


1. You really shouldn’t watch TV this much. (Shall / shouldn't)

2. She must be at work, she always works at this time. (Must / could)

3. Speak up, I can't hear you! (Can’t / couldn't)

4. I can't hear a word he said. (Can’t / couldn't)

5. Andrew must call his wife urgently. (Must / shouldn't)

6. Thank you for calling Zee Company, how may I help you? (Can’t / may)

7. If I go to New York, I would see the Statue of Liberty. (Will / would)

8. If I went to New York, I would see the Statue of Liberty. (Will / would)

9. It could happen, but it is very unlikely. (Shall / could)

10. Emma can't go out tonight, her parents said no. (can’t / may)



Writing Exercise 5 min


Match the two columns to identify the use of each modal verb.


1. Abe should call Lyla soon after their first date.

Answer 1

1.- Shouldn't

2.- Must

3.- can't

4.- couldn't

5.- must

6.- may

7.- will

8.- would

9.- could

10.- can't