modal verb meanings
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
He can ski.
permission
advice
obligation
ability
probability
Answer explanation
If you say he CAN ski, it means he has the ability to ski.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
You can’t pay by check.
permission
advice
obligation
(un)willingness
ability
Answer explanation
If you say you CAN'T pay by check, it means you don't have permission to pay by check.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
You must stop at the crossroads.
permission
advice
obligation
(un)willingness
ability
Answer explanation
If you say you MUST stop at a crossroads, it means you are obligated to do it - it's a rule for drivers.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
You must see the film.
permission
advice
obligation
probability
ability
Answer explanation
If you say you MUST see a film, it's a way to give advice.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
He must be rich.
permission
advice
obligation
probability
ability
Answer explanation
If you say someone MUST be rich, you're saying it's probable that he's rich.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
I’ll help you.
permission
advice
obligation
probability
(un)willingness
Answer explanation
If you say you WILL help someone, you're willing to help them.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What's the meaning of the modal verb in this sentence?
You should do more exercise.
permission
advice
obligation
probability
(un)willingness
Answer explanation
If you say someone SHOULD exercise more, you're giving advice.
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