Understanding Modal Auxiliaries Quiz

Which of the following words is a modal auxiliary verb?

• Run

• Can

• Jump

• Eat

What is the function of modal auxiliary verbs in a sentence?

• To describe a noun

• To express ability, possibility, permission, or obligation

• To show action

• To connect clauses

Identify the modal auxiliary verb in the following sentence: "She might go to the party."

• She

• Might

• Go

• Party

Which sentence contains a modal auxiliary verb?

• The cat sleeps on the mat.

• They will arrive soon.

• She dances beautifully.

• He reads every day.

What does the modal auxiliary "must" express in a sentence?

• Ability

• Permission

• Obligation

• Possibility

Choose the sentence that uses a modal auxiliary to express permission.

• You can leave early today.

• She must finish her homework.

• They might visit us tomorrow.

• He should study for the test.

Which of the following is NOT a modal auxiliary verb?

• Should

• Could

• Have

• Would

Identify the modal auxiliary verb in the following sentence: "We should help them with their project."

• We

• Should

• Help

• Project

What does the modal auxiliary "can" express in the sentence: "He can swim very fast"?

• Permission

• Ability

• Obligation

• Possibility

Which sentence uses a modal auxiliary to express possibility?

• You must wear a helmet.

• She can play the piano.

• They might come to the meeting.

• He will finish his work.