English Quiz - Get Your Knowledge Right About Modal Verbs

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1. You _________ eat more vegetables. They are healthy for you.

Explanation

The word "should" is the correct answer because it indicates a recommendation or advice. In this context, it suggests that it is advisable or beneficial to eat more vegetables because they are healthy.

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A modal verb is a type of verb that is used to indicate modality – that is: likelihood, ability, permission, request, capacity, suggestions, order, obligation, or advice. Modal... see moreverbs always accompany the base form of another verb having semantic content!
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2. I think you should go out more and meet new people.

Explanation

The given statement suggests that the person should go out more and meet new people. This indicates that the statement is offering guidance or a suggestion to the person. Therefore, the correct answer is "Advice".

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3. The passengers _________wear their seat belts at all times.      

Explanation

The correct answer is "Must" because it indicates a requirement or obligation. It is necessary for the passengers to wear their seat belts at all times for their safety.

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4. May I go to the restroom, please?          

Explanation

The question "May I go to the restroom, please?" is a polite request for permission to use the restroom. The correct answer, "Permission," aligns with the nature of the question, as it indicates that the person is seeking authorization to perform the action.

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5. _________ I have more cheese on my sandwich? 

Explanation

The word "could" suggests that there is a possibility or option for having more cheese on the sandwich. It indicates that the speaker has the ability or opportunity to add more cheese if they choose to do so.

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6. Jonathan can ski really well, and he often wins his races. 

Explanation

The given statement states that Jonathan can ski really well and often wins his races. This implies that he has the skill and capability to ski at a high level and be successful in his races. Therefore, the correct answer is "Ability."

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7. Your face is yellow; I think you should visit your doctor as soon as possible.        

Explanation

The given statement suggests that the person's face is yellow, which could be a symptom of a health issue. Therefore, the speaker advises the person to visit their doctor as soon as possible. This advice is given based on concern for the person's well-being and the potential need for medical attention.

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8. I might go out later with my parents, but I don't really know.    

Explanation

The given statement suggests that the speaker may go out later with their parents, but they are uncertain about it. This indicates that there is a chance or a likelihood of the event happening, but it is not confirmed. Therefore, the correct answer is "Possibility."

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9. _________ I have a coffee please?        

Explanation

The word "May" is the correct answer because it is used to make a polite request or ask for permission. In this context, the speaker is asking if they can have a coffee, which is a polite way of making a request. "Must" is used to express obligation or necessity, and "Would" is used to talk about hypothetical situations or make polite requests, but "May" is the most appropriate choice in this case.

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10.  I _________ ice skate very well.

Explanation

The word "can" indicates ability or capability. Therefore, the correct answer suggests that the speaker has the ability to ice skate very well.

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11. From the way he speaks, he could be from London.       

Explanation

The given statement suggests that the person's way of speaking indicates that he could be from London. This implies that there is a chance or a likelihood that he is indeed from London. Therefore, the correct answer is "Possibility."

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12. All passengers must remain in their seats and mustn't use their mobile phones.

Explanation

The statement "All passengers must remain in their seats and mustn't use their mobile phones" indicates that there is a requirement or duty for all passengers to follow these rules. This implies an obligation, as it is mandatory for passengers to adhere to these instructions.

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13. We _________ go to the concert if the rain stops. We don't know for sure.        

Explanation

The word "might" suggests a possibility or uncertainty. In this context, it indicates that there is a chance of going to the concert if the rain stops, but it is not certain. It implies that the decision to go or not will depend on whether the rain stops or not.

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14. The boys _________wake up earlier than 7:30 am. They have class at 8:00 am.

Explanation

The boys have a requirement or obligation to wake up earlier than 7:30 am because they have a class at 8:00 am. This suggests that waking up earlier is necessary for them in order to be on time for their class.

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15. She can't come with us because she's broken her leg.   

Explanation

The correct answer is "Ability" because the sentence states that she is unable to come with us due to her broken leg. This implies that her physical condition hinders her ability to join us.

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16. You don't have to come with us if you don't want to.

Explanation

The phrase "You don't have to" implies that the person is not required or obligated to come with us. Therefore, the correct answer is "Obligation" because it suggests that there is no obligation or requirement for the person to join us.

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17. It's dangerous to go into deep water if you cannot swim.

Explanation

The statement implies that going into deep water can be dangerous if one cannot swim. Therefore, the most suitable option is "Ability" as it refers to the capability or skill to swim, which is necessary for ensuring safety in deep water.

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You _________ eat more vegetables. They are healthy for you.
I think you should go out more and meet new people.
The passengers _________wear their seat belts at all...
May I go to the restroom,...
_________ I have more cheese on my sandwich? 
Jonathan can ski really well, and he often wins his races. 
Your face is yellow; I think you should visit your doctor as soon as...
I might go out later with my parents, but I don't really...
_________ I have a coffee...
 I _________ ice skate very well.
From the way he speaks, he could be from...
All passengers must remain in their seats and mustn't use their...
We _________ go to the concert if the rain stops. We don't know for...
The boys _________wake up earlier than 7:30 am. They have class at...
She can't come with us because she's broken her...
You don't have to come with us if you don't want to.
It's dangerous to go into deep water if you cannot swim.
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