Modals and Past Tenses

Which modal verb suggests a higher likelihood?

• Might

• Could

• May

• Would

Which modal verb is used to express a past ability?

• Can

• Could

• May

• Must

Which of the following sentences uses a modal verb to indicate a strong obligation?

• You should eat healthy food.

• You might want to finish your work.

• You must submit the assignment.

• You can go to the party.

Which pair of modal verbs is used to make polite requests?

• Can, will

• Must, ought to

• Could, would

• Shall, should

How is 'might' used in comparison to 'may'?

• To express a higher likelihood

• To express a lower likelihood

• To indicate permission

• To indicate ability

Which sentence uses a modal verb to express prohibition?

• You must study for the exam.

• You should help your friend.

• You might go to the store.

• You mustn't eat anything before the test.

Which modal verb is more formal when asking for permission?

• Can

• May

• Will

• Shall

Which modal verb is used for a decision made at the moment?

• Will

• Going to

• Should

• Must

Which of the following sentences uses 'ought to' correctly?

• Ought I go to the store?

• She ought to finish her homework.

• They ought to can come to the party.

• He oughts to help us.

What is the difference between 'mustn't' and 'don't have to'?

• 'Mustn't' indicates prohibition, while 'don't have to' indicates lack of necessity.

• 'Mustn't' indicates permission, while 'don't have to' indicates obligation.

• 'Mustn't' indicates necessity, while 'don't have to' indicates possibility.

• 'Mustn't' indicates ability, while 'don't have to' indicates probability.