Summary of Modal Verbs

... we go out for dinner tonight?

• Shall

• Would

• Might

Henry ... be more patient with his family.

• should

• shall

• is able to

Jennifer ... be in class; She isn't answering her mobile phone

You ... go to the baker's; I've already bought some bread.

• mustn't

• needn't

• shouldn't

William's old coat ... to be mended.

• should

• needs

• could

The Rogers ... be at home; all the lights are on.

... I borrow a pencil, please?

... we rent a DVD tonight?

• Might

• Shall

• Would

Ralph ... be more kind to his guest.

• should

• shall

• is able to

They ... be at school; lessons have finished hours ago