MODAL VERBS 1 – PRESENT & FUTURE

A) Match the modal verbs in bold to their meanings.

1. You must turn off your mobile phone on the plane. A. I’m certain.
2. You shouldn’t play computer games so many hours. B. You are not allowed to.
3. You can’t park here. C. It’s possible.
4. I have to finish this project by tomorrow. D. I’m asking for permission.
5. May I use your phone? E. It’s not necessary.
6. Shall I help you with the housework? F. I strongly suggest it.
7. You needn’t bring any food. G. I’m offering help.
8. He must be home by now. H. It’s a rule.
9. She might be his sister. I. It’s not a good idea.
10. You must try some of this cake. J. I’m obliged to.

B) Underline ONE option in each sentence that is NOT correct.

1. You may not/can’t/ don’t have to /mustn’t see this movie if you are under 18 years old.
2. Excuse me, can/could/would/may you tell me how to get to the post office?
3. Tom doesn’t answer my calls. He is either too busy or he may/could/would/might be
asleep.
4. Will/Shall/Can/May I help you with your luggage?
5. You work too hard. You must/should/might/need to get some rest.
6. You ought to/could/must/have to wear a helmet when you ride a motorbike.

C) Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence,
using the word given. Do not change the word given. Use between two and five words,
including the word given.

1. Is it necessary for us to use a pen in the writing test? HAVE

__________________________ use a pen in the writing test?
2. I’m certain Jake is not at work today. It’s Sunday. BE
____________________ at work today. It’s Sunday.
3. It would be a good idea to talk a doctor about your problem. SHOULD
In my opinion, _________________ a doctor about your problem.
4. It’s really important to send this email today. FORGET
You _____________________ send this email today.
5. The coach has advised me to lose some weight. OUGHT
The coach thinks _____________________ lose some weight.
6. It’s not necessary to do all the exercises. NEED
You __________________ do all the exercises.