RU4 - Q9 - Functions of Modal Verbs

Choose the correct item.

A: May / Could you tell me where the nearest bank is, please?

B: It's around the corner.

• May

• Could

Choose the correct item.

A: Shall I water the plants?

B: You mustn't / needn't. I did it earlier today.

• mustn't

• needn't

Choose the correct item.

A: Excuse me, madam. You can't / don't have to park here. It's not allowed.

B: Oh, I'm so sorry. I didn't see the sign.

• can't

• don't

Choose the correct item.

A: I can't study any more. I'm so tired.

B: You have to / should take a break.

• have to

• should

Choose the correct item.

A: Must / May I speak to Mrs Evans?

B: Sorry, but I'm afraid she isn't in her office at the moment.

• Must

• May

Choose the correct item.

A: Is this your book?

B: No. It can't / must be David's.

• can't

• must

Choose the correct item.

A: Could you / Were you able to win the race?

B: Yes, but it was difficult.

• Could you

• Were you able to

Choose the correct item.

A: My back hurts so much.

B: You should / could see a doctor.

• should

• could

Choose the correct item.

He ............... be Ann's son. He looks just like her!

• can't

• must

• is able to

Choose the correct item.

............. I help you with the shopping?

• Ought

• Might

• Shall