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l - Rewrite the following sentences using modals.

Do not change the meaning


of the original sentences. There may be more than one correct answe r.
1. A university degree isn't necessary for that job.
You needn’t a university degree for that job.
2. Perhaps my father will pick you up.
My father could pick you up.
3. It isn't necessary to make an appointment at the hairdresser's.
You needn’t make an appointment at the hairdresser’s.
4. Eating is forbidden in class.
You can't eat in class.
5. My car needs cleaning. I'll take it tomorrow.
My car should be cleaning. I will take it tomorrow.
6. I suggest you to go and see a doctor.
You should go to see a doctor.
7 . The plane probably crashed over the jungle.
The plane must have crashed in the jungle.
8. There is no possibility that Mark was involved in the crime.

9. I'm sure she was quite angry when she said it.
10. It was wrong to stay out all night without phoning me.
1 1. I managed to finish all my work. (able)
12. It's against the rules for players to have a drink. (allowed)
13. The best thing for you to do is sit down. (better)
14. It was not necessary for Nancy to clean the flat. (didn't)
15. The report must be on my desk tomorrow morning. (has)
16. It's impossible for Martin to be jogging in this weather. (can't)

2 - Didn't need/have to or needn’t have?


1. The previous owners had already decorated the flat so
2. Luckily we were able to sell our old flat before we bought the new one, so
3-It was very hot yesterday, so I watered all the flowers. And now it’s pouring with rain.
4- We've done the journey much more quickly than I expected.
5-A friend had already given me a free ticket to the exhibition, so
6. Service was included in the bill, so . It was a waste of money.

3, Join the sentences using the connectors in brackets:


l. Mum isn't very happy. I'11 miss school for three days. (because)
2. It was hot. He was wearing a jacket. (although)
3. I couldn't go to the concert. I had spent all my money. (as)
4.Martin is away this week. We'lI postpone the meeting. (since)
5. Sarah couldn't use the computer. There was a power cut. (because ofl
6. All flights were cancelled. There was a thick fog. (due to)
7. We spoke quietly because we didn't want to wake the baby. (so as not to)
8. Although he was ill, he still went to work. (in spite of)
9. I didn't tell you because I thought you'd be upset. (so that)
10. Sharon doesn't listen. She makes mistakes. (therefore)
I I . She took a lot of lessons. She failed the test. (however)
12. Alart has a cold. He wants to play in the football match. (despite)
13. Our city has got two sports stadiums. In addition, it has got a library and a theatre. (as
well
as) ........
14. Most people dislike going to the dentist, but they go regularly. (nevertheless)

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