Test Your Knowledge About Modals Verb Quiz
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'Rita has just missed the pane to Medan.' 'She ... at the airport at least two hours before departure.'
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A. was
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B. should be
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C. should have been
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D. has to be
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E. must have been
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Enhance your understanding of modal verbs with this focused quiz. Assess your ability to correctly use modals in various contexts, reflecting real-life scenarios and grammatical accuracy. Perfect for learners aiming to improve their English proficiency.
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'Adi has a very had cold.' 'I know, he ... out until late last night.'
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A. couldn't have gone
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B. had better not
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C. shouldn't have gone
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D. could not go
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E. would have gone out
Correct Answer
A. C. shouldn't have goneExplanation
The correct answer is C. "shouldn't have gone" because it suggests that Adi made a mistake by going out despite having a bad cold. This implies that going out was not a wise decision for Adi given his condition.Rate this question:
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'I wonder how old he is.' 'He was Asti's classmate in1985, so he ... at least twenty five now.'
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A. will be
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B. should be
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C. must have been
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D. should have been
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E. shall he
Correct Answer
A. B. should beExplanation
The speaker is speculating about the age of someone based on the fact that they were Asti's classmate in 1985. The phrase "so he should be at least twenty five now" suggests that the speaker believes it is likely that the person is at least twenty five years old. This implies that the person's current age aligns with what would be expected based on the information given. Therefore, the correct answer is B. should be.Rate this question:
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'Ted, are you going to Tia's birthday party tomorrow evening?' 'I don't think so, I ... the dentist."
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A. am having to see
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B. have seen
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C. have to see
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D. had to see
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E. would have to see
Correct Answer
A. C. have to seeExplanation
The correct answer is C. have to see. This answer is correct because the speaker is expressing a future obligation or necessity to see the dentist, indicating that they will not be able to attend the birthday party. The phrase "have to" is commonly used to express obligations or requirements in the present or future.Rate this question:
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'Why don't you ask your sister to come along with us to the movie?' 'I did, but she ... stay at home.'
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A. used to
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B. might
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C. can
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D. could
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E. would rather
Correct Answer
A. E. would ratherExplanation
The correct answer is E. would rather. This is because the speaker is expressing a preference for their sister to stay at home instead of going to the movie with them. "Would rather" is used to indicate a preference or choice between two options.Rate this question:
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The whole kitchen was still dirty; she ... forgotten to clean it.
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A. should have
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B. would have
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C. might have
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D. must be
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E. could be
Correct Answer
A. C. might haveExplanation
The correct answer is C. might have. This is because the sentence suggests that the kitchen was still dirty, indicating that the person in question did not clean it. The use of "might have" implies that there is a possibility that she forgot to clean it, but it is not certain. The other options (A. should have, B. would have, D. must be, E. could be) do not convey the same level of uncertainty and are therefore not appropriate in this context.Rate this question:
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'Your son will be operated on tomorrow morning.' He ... have a good rest tonight, the doctor said.
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A. might
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B. may
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C. can
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D. must
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E. would rather
Correct Answer
A. D. mustExplanation
The doctor's statement indicates that it is necessary for the son to have a good rest tonight. The word "must" expresses a strong obligation or necessity, which aligns with the doctor's advice. The other options, such as "might," "may," "can," and "would rather," do not convey the same level of urgency or obligation.Rate this question:
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Adi is usually punctual, but we have been waiting for him for an hour now; he ... in the traffic jams.
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A. had better not be trapped
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B. should be trapped
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C. must be trapped
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D. may have been trapped
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E. used to be trapped
Correct Answer
A. C. must be trappedExplanation
The correct answer is C. must be trapped. This is because the sentence states that Adi is usually punctual, but has been late for an hour. The use of "must" indicates a strong possibility or probability, suggesting that Adi is likely trapped in traffic jams.Rate this question:
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'I'm going to Dila's. I hope she's home.' 'She ... be, I saw her studying in library ten minutes ago.'
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A. mustn't
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B. might
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C. can't
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D. will
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E. ought to
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I heard Mario speak English, French, Dutch and even Japanese to tourists, he ... the best tourist guide in town.
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A. should
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B. must be
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C. had better be
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D. ought to be
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E. would rather be
Correct Answer
A. B. must beExplanation
The phrase "must be" indicates a strong certainty or conclusion. In this context, it suggests that Mario's ability to speak multiple languages makes it highly likely or even certain that he is the best tourist guide in town. The other options, such as "should," "had better be," "ought to be," and "would rather be," do not convey the same level of certainty or conclusion.Rate this question:
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