5th Grade Modal Verbs Assessment

Which modal verb expresses ability?

• Must

• Can

• Should

• Will

What does the modal verb "must" indicate?

• Permission

• Possibility

• Obligation

• Ability

Choose the correct modal verb to complete this sentence: "You _ brush your teeth twice a day."

• might

• could

• would

• should

Which sentence uses a modal verb correctly?

• I can to ride a bike.

• She must studying for the test.

• We may go to the park later.

• They should to eat more vegetables.

What does the modal verb "may" usually express?

• Certainty

• Permission

• Ability

• Necessity

Select the modal verb that shows possibility:

• Will

• Can

• Must

• Might

Which sentence uses "could" to express a past ability?

• I could swim when I was five.

• We could go to the movies tonight.

• She could be at the library now.

• They could have finished their homework.

What is the function of "would" in this sentence: "Would you like some ice cream?"

• To make a prediction

• To give advice

• To make a polite offer

• To express ability

Choose the correct modal verb to complete this sentence: "_ I borrow your pencil, please?"

• Would

• Should

• May

• Must

Which modal verb is used to give strong advice?

• Might

• Could

• Should

• Would