Global MCQ Practice
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May Might PossibilitySet 7

1Which modal verb shows uncertainty?
2Jimmy is late. He ..... by the traffic.
3Complete the sentence to show a possible action that is happening right now:'Don't interrupt them; they ..... working on a difficult problem.'
4He ..... about the meeting since he hasn't shown up yet.
5Identify the modal auxiliary in the following sentence:She might go to the party if she finishes her work.
6That animal has big fangs and stripes. It ..... be a tiger.
7I ..... attend our English contest next Saturday, but I'll try my best.
8She ..... come to the party if she finishes work early. Let's see.
9If you hurry, you ..... get there on time.
10They ..... to another country.
11I had to wait 45 minutes for a bus yesterday. There ..... been an accident or maybe a strike. (it's possible but I'm not certain)
12I ..... the exam-I'm feeling incredibly nervous.
13Look at them. They (wait/probably) ..... for her phone call.
14Choose the correct modal verb to complete the sentence:She ..... be at the office, but I'm not sure.
15I can't find my keys anywhere. I ..... have lost it.
16Unless you are more careful, you ..... (have) an accident.
17They ..... visit us tomorrow, but they haven't decided yet. <br />
18There are two possibilities. Either someone stole the car, or the police ..... have taken it away.
19A student who has excessive difficulty balancing despite following appropriate corrections
20Choose the correct word(s) to complete the sentences.'I need to give Amy this letter. ..... see her later?" No, sorry. I don't think I will.'
21May and might express the same level of possibility.
22Read the sentence and choose the correct answer.I'm not certain, but I think the story ..... possibly be fake.
23"I've bought a lottery ticket.""Wow!!! With luck you ..... become a millionaire!"
24Is that Adam's brother standing with him in the cafeteria line? It ....., I guess. He does look a little like Adam.
25I'm not sure, but she ..... be the new intern.
26What's that noise? I'm not sure, it ..... be the dog.
27Use a modal verb to complete the sentence: "I ..... go to the store if it rains."
28Identify the modal verb in the following sentence:They ..... join us for dinner if they finish their work on time.
29It ..... rain(distant possibility)
30It's likely that =(it will snow tomorrow)
31The weather is bad, but with luck it ..... change.
32What is the function of the modal auxiliary 'might' in the sentence:'She might come to the party tonight.'?
33Three friends are running in a 26 mile marathon together. Given the following information, which choice below is correct? Jane has never run a marathon before, and she only trained for 2 weeks.
34Read the question, and then select the appropriate phrase to complete the response:When will Layla graduate?I'm not sure. ..... graduate this year.
35Complete the sentence with the correct modal.CRISPR technology ..... provide a solution for curing genetic disorders like cystic fibrosis.
36What is the negative form of 'might'?
37It is likely that she has made a mistake.
38Identify the hedging phrase in this statement:'This approach could potentially lead to better outcomes.'
39Our TV remote control doesn't work.
40I'm afraid I ..... get a sunburn.
41..... you get well soon. (To pray)
42'I can't wait to get that blue top tomorrow." I wouldn't get too excited. They only had one left, so they ..... well have sold out.'
43Our backpacks are very heavy.
44Did you hear that noise? It ..... be my dog, it's in the garden.
45I suppose he ..... been a doctor or a nurse. I'm not really sure.
46I suggest you phone him. He ..... at home.
47I think he ..... have a sister. I don't know.
48I've just bought a lottery ticket. I ..... become rich soon.
49Which of the next sentences means that something is possible?
50What modal is used to express possibility?
51We are not completely sure but Cindy ..... come back tomorrow.
52They ..... probably be here tomorrow.
53I think I saw Robert driving his car this morning. But that ..... have been my imagination, as he broke his right foot a couple days ago.
54He ..... know the answer, but he doesn't seem confident.
55It ..... so bring the umbrella with you.
56The police are looking for the money. It ..... be hidden in the park or maybe somewhere else.
57You ..... find the answer online.
58He ..... be at home this evening. it's better to visit him at the weekend.
59Your friend is deciding what to wear and says, 'It's sunny now, but the forecast mentioned a 50% chance of showers.' What is the best response using a possibility modal?
60I ..... borrow a sofa set.
61He isn't sure about their offer. He ..... accept it.