The Modal Auxiliary Verb : May And Might

English Language

Linguistics

CEFR

TOEFL

Reviewed by Editorial Team

The ProProfs editorial team is comprised of experienced subject matter experts. They've collectively created over 10,000 quizzes and lessons, serving over 100 million users. Our team includes in-house content moderators and subject matter experts, as well as a global network of rigorously trained contributors. All adhere to our comprehensive editorial guidelines, ensuring the delivery of high-quality content.

Learn about Our Editorial Process

| By Reandyuhamka5J

Reandyuhamka5J

Community Contributor

Quizzes Created: 1 | Total Attempts: 1,151

| Attempts: 1,151 | Questions: 5 | Updated: Mar 13, 2025

Question 1 / 5

0 %

0/100

Score 0/100

1. ______________________I use your telephone please?

The word "may" is used to ask for permission or to make a polite request. In this context, the person is asking if they can use the telephone.

Explanation

The word "may" is used to ask for permission or to make a polite request. In this context, the person is asking if they can use the telephone.

Submit

About This Quiz

The Modal Auxiliary Verb : May And Might - Quiz

Explore the use of modal auxiliary verbs 'may' and 'might' through practical examples. This quiz assesses understanding of permission and possibility, enhancing learners' grammatical precision in English.

2. Children__________________not swim here

The word "may" indicates that it is possible for children to not swim in this location. It suggests that there could be certain conditions or restrictions that prevent children from swimming there.

Explanation

The word "may" indicates that it is possible for children to not swim in this location. It suggests that there could be certain conditions or restrictions that prevent children from swimming there.

Submit

3. The officer told us that the plane_________________not arrive on time

The use of "might" in this sentence suggests that there is a possibility that the plane will not arrive on time. The officer is uncertain about the plane's arrival and is conveying this uncertainty to the speaker.

Explanation

Submit

4. Please do not interfere in her business. She_________________not like it

The word "may" is the correct answer because it indicates a possibility or permission. In this context, it suggests that the person being referred to might not appreciate or approve of interference in her business.

Explanation

Submit

5. You_____________________________do as you like

The word "may" is used to express permission or possibility. In this sentence, it suggests that the person being addressed has the freedom to do whatever they want.

Explanation

The word "may" is used to express permission or possibility. In this sentence, it suggests that the person being addressed has the freedom to do whatever they want.

Submit

Thank you for your feedback!

All (5)
Unanswered ()
Answered ()

______________________I use your telephone please?

Children__________________not swim here

The officer told us that the plane_________________not arrive on time

Please do not interfere in her business. She_________________not like...

You_____________________________do as you like