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Read the passage below. As you read, underline all modal adverbs .
Henry stressed that he really could not attend the party, but his friends continued to insist vehemently. His
friend Maria went so far as to outline a list of reasons Henry definitely should be present: ''Henry,'' she said,
''if you come to the party, you can meet new people; you might discover a new hobby; you may reasonably
have enough fun to last you a lifetime!'' However Maria's e fforts, Henry could not be swayed–he would
certainly not waver.

Fill in the blank the proper modal adverb in accordance to the given category.

(Possibility) 1. I can _____________ go to the party if I finish my work on time.

a) possibly b) definitely c) maybe

(Possibility) 2. They might ____________ come to the concert if they get tickets.
a) surely b) potentially c) certainly

(Certainty) 3. She should ________ understand the instructions clearly.

a) probably b) likely c) surely

(Possibility) 4. We could ________ meet for coffee tomorrow if you're available.

a) potentially b) possibly c) maybe

(Certainty)5. He must ________ complete the project by the end of the week.
a) certainly b) definitely c) possibly

(Ability) 6. Chef Chen must __________________ prepared a delicious and visually appealing dish for the
guests.
a) skillfully b) probably c) possibly

(Permission) 7. The parents might _____________ allow their children to have dessert.
a) permissively b) possibly c) certainly

(Necessity) 8. The dress code for the event must ___________________ be formal attire.
a) necessarily b) probably c) possibly

(Doubt) 9. She ________________ considered the new recipe’s potential for deliciousness.
a) doubtfully b) definitely c) maybe

(Certainty) 10. He will ________ pass the exam if he studies hard.

a) surely b) definitely c) possibly