Modal verbs

MODAL VERBS

This exercise has been designed by English teachers from Laskorain Ikastola.

Choose an appropriate modal verb to fill in the gaps:

1. I __________ speak English at the age of 6.


might

could

can




2. I ______________ gone to the cinema yesterday, but in the end I didn't go.


could

can have

could have




3. Although it was difficult, I finally ____________ do it.


managed to

could

must




4. In my opinion, smoking _________ be banned in public places.


must

has to

should




5. You _____________ smoke here. Please, go out.


mightn't

can't

don't have to




6. You __________ take my car if you want, I don't mind.


must

can

should




7. ____________ you help me with my maths exam, please?


May

Can

Should




8. Father: You ___________ make your bed, John!


must

have to

can




9. If you ask for a suggestion, you ___________ take her to a romantic restaurant.


could

can

have to




10. It __________ rain this afternoon, so take your umbrella with you.


can

must

may