A. Choose the appropriate modal to complete the sentence by underlining it.
1. Teddy (can, should) speak three languages.
2. You (can, should) visit your dentist at least twice a year.
3. (Should, May) I borrow your book?
4. (Would, Should) you mind if I closed the door?
5. You (shouldn't, should obey your parents' advice.
B. Complete each sentence using can, can't, could and couldn't.
6. When i was in the grade school i _____ _ run very fast.
7. Julia is in a hurry. She ______ wait for us.
8. They talked quite softly . I ______ hear what they say.
9. She ______ danced well now. But surely after a long training she ____ do it well.
10. My sister loved music very much. But, she _____ sing well.
C. Complete the sentences with should and shouldn't and a verb in the list below.
( ask do eat give wear )
11. You ________ more vegetables.
12. You __________ ask many questions. You are going to get into trouble.
13. Parents __________ medicine to their children without the doctor's prescription.
14. I ________ more exercise. I have lost some pounds.
15. What kind of dress should you _____ for tonight's occasion?
USE can, may, will, should and must in a SENTENCE.
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5.
Answers & Comments
Answer:
A.
1.can
2. should
3. May
4. Would
5. should
B.
1. couldn't
2. can't
3. can't
4. can't, can
5. couldn't
C.
1. should eat
2. shouldn't ask
3. shouldn't give
4. should do
5. should wear
D.
1. You must save her
2. You should wear proper clothes
3. Can I borrow your pen?
4. May I go out?
5. I will do this