Modal Auxiliary VerbsSet 17

This set of 61 multiple-choice questions evaluates understanding of modal auxiliary verbs in various contexts, including future tense, conditional structures, and sentence coherence. Concepts such as ability, permission, obligation, and future intentions are assessed through a range of scenarios and sentence structures. The questions cover grammar rules, verb forms, and context comprehension, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of modal verb usage in English.
1If you stay inside more, your skin(not have) ..... a sunburn.
2I really hope I ..... you again.
3Alicia is crying.
4She's really mad at me. She won't talk to me.
5She ..... wear a uniform at her last job.
6I will ..... to party tonight
7John ..... over the weekend because he didn't have any exams during the week.
8In order to do well on my test, I must ..... beforehand.
9Do you think you ..... write that report by Tuesday?
10Sorry, I can't come to the party tonight, I have to .....
11If you rest well, you will ..... quickly.
12..... rather be fishing than swimming.
13What is the helping verb in the sentence: 'You should see a doctor.'
14Complete the sentence with the correct verb: "If we had arrived earlier, we ..... (see) the beginning of the play."
15Let's ..... to the sweetshop.
16I promise I ..... (not tell) your secret to anyone.
17Choose the full verb in the following sentence: "You must finish your work before leaving."
18Complete the sentences with the correct form of will or going to and the verbs in brackets ..... I know they ..... (feel) very happy if they win the match.
19What would you take with you if there would be a fire in your flat?Which one is wrong?
20The black cat ..... drink water.
21I ..... (not sing) in the concert tomorrow.
22When he was young, he ..... swim very well. He won medals and championships!
23I don't think I'm going to do anything at all tonight. It's been a crazy week.
24I ..... play chess ..... I was five.
25'Jane, I can't hear the TV.' 'Ok, Dad. I ..... it .....
26These companies ..... continue ..... people to the open days.
27I don't think you ..... smoke in this place.
28Their flight was delayed, so they ..... back until after midnight.
29I'm sure that you ..... find your lost money.
30A: Are you ready to order? B: I can't decide ..... Okay, I ..... have the steak, please.
31Determine the verb in the following sentence!Jan must get that report done.
32I will (came) to see you tonight.
33I can't ..... another language.a) speaking b) speak c) to speak
34Which sentence uses will to describe a routine?
35I believe we ..... ways to encourage equality of opportunity through support and guidance, rather than top-down legislation.
36I was going to buy a dress, but I will ..... shoes.
37I promise I ..... my homework when the film ends.
38Don't run-there's ice on the ground! You must ..... more careful!
39Find the verb in this sentence: I should go to the party after school.
40..... he ..... been cycling for 30 minutes when the rain starts?
41The building ..... by the end of May.
42You should ..... your mouth with salt water when you have a sore throat.
43You should ..... when you get hungry.
44Don't worry about forgetting your credit card ..... you some money until tomorrow.
45If my parents have time, they ..... us with our homework.
46The shopkeeper ..... give me a sweet every time we went in his shop.
47Hecan ..... anawesome kickflip!
48Dialogue ..... people to resolve problems.
49We thought the team ..... win the match, but they lost.
50(Complete the sentences with the verbs in parentheses!)Tom ..... (come) to the party if you ..... (invite) him.
51..... go out for dinner tonight!
52Daily Routines / Actions: I can ..... the piano.
53..... he ..... (become) a soldier?
54Complete the sentences with the correct form of will or going to.I ..... (love) you forever.
55Oh no! I forgot to bring my wallet, I ..... go back and get it now.
56A: Do you want me to help you?B: No thanks. John ..... help me.
57He could not ..... whether to go to the movie or to the ball game.
58I am quite busy now but I ..... work on this next week.
59Choose the correct option to complete the sentence: "Would you sooner ..... at home this evening or go into town?"
60By using modern technique, we can ..... our culture more easily than in the past.
61If the city had enforced recycling, it ..... less landfill waste today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do modal auxiliary verbs indicate future intention without a definite arrangement?

Modal auxiliary verbs such as "will" and "shall" can indicate future intention without a definite arrangement. For example, "I will visit you next week" suggests a future intention that is not yet firmly planned.

What is the correct use of modal auxiliary verbs with infinitive forms?

Modal auxiliary verbs are followed by the base form of the verb, which is the infinitive without "to." For example, "She can play the piano" uses "can" followed by the base form "play."

Which modal auxiliary verb is used to express refusal?

The modal auxiliary verb "won't" (will not) is commonly used to express refusal. For example, "I won't go to the party" indicates a refusal to attend.

How do you use modal auxiliary verbs in conditional sentences?

Modal auxiliary verbs like "would," "could," and "might" are used in conditional sentences to express hypothetical situations. For example, "If I had more time, I could finish the project."

What is the correct form of a contraction for "He would" in a comparative preference sentence?

The contraction for "He would" in a comparative preference sentence is "He'd." For example, "He'd rather go to the beach than stay home."