Modals exercises for class 8
Modal exercises along with their answers:
Exercise 1:
Complete the following sentences with the appropriate modal verb:
1. I ___________ swim when I was five years old. (ability)
2. ___________ I go to the party with you? (permission)
3. She ___________ finish the project on time. (probability)
4. You ___________ eat vegetables for a healthy diet. (advice)
5. They ___________ have been stuck in traffic. (deduction)
Answers:
1. could
2. Can
3. should
4. should
5. must
Exercise 2:
Choose the correct modal verb to complete each sentence:
1. I ___________ play the guitar when I was younger. (ability)
a) can
b) could
2. ___________ I open the window? It’s hot in here. (permission)
a) May
b) Can
3. She ___________ be at work because her car is in the parking lot. (deduction)
a) must
b) might
4. You ___________ to exercise regularly for good health. (advice)
a) should
b) would
5. They ___________ arrive late due to the heavy traffic. (probability)
a) might
b) must
Answers:
1. b) could
2. a) May
3. a) must
4. a) should
5. a) might
Exercise 3:
Rewrite the following sentences using a modal verb:
1. It is necessary for you to study hard to pass the exam.
Answer: You ___________ study hard to pass the exam.
2. Sarah has the ability to speak five languages fluently.
Answer: Sarah ___________ speak five languages fluently.
3. We are certain that he will win the competition.
Answer: He ___________ win the competition.
4. I am not allowed to use my phone during class.
Answer: I ___________ use my phone during class.
5. It is possible that they have already left for the airport.
Answer: They ___________ have already left for the airport.
Answers:
1. need to/must/should
2. can
3. will
4. cannot/must not
5. might/may
Exercise 4:
Choose the correct modal verb to complete each sentence:
1. You ___________ turn off the lights when you leave the room. (instruction)
a) must
b) should
2. ___________ I borrow your pen? (permission)
a) Can
b) Could
3. He ___________ be at the meeting right now. (deduction)
a) may
b) might
4. They ___________ have known about the surprise party. (deduction)
a) must
b) could
5. You ___________ take an umbrella. It’s going to rain. (advice)
a) should
b) would
Answers:
1. b) should
2. a) Can
3. a) may
4. a) must
5. a) should
Exercise 5:
Rewrite the following sentences using a modal verb:
1. It is possible that she will arrive late.
Answer: She ___________ arrive late.
2. You are not allowed to smoke in this area.
Answer: You ___________ smoke in this area.
3. We are required to complete the assignment by tomorrow.
Answer: We ___________ complete the assignment by tomorrow.
4. It is likely that they have already made a decision.
Answer: They ___________ have already made a decision.
5. It is important for you to speak up and express your opinion.
Answer: You ___________ speak up and express your opinion.
Answers:
1. may/might
2. cannot/must not
3. need to/must
4. might/may
5. should
Exercise 6:
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate modal verb:
1. She ___________ have missed the bus. It’s already late.
2. ___________ you please pass me the salt?
3. They ___________ be at the park. I saw their car there.
4. We ___________ consider all the options before making a decision.
5. You ___________ have called to inform us about your absence.
Answers:
1. might/may
2. Could
3. must
4. should
5. should
Exercise 7:
Choose the correct modal verb to complete each sentence:
1. You ___________ attend the meeting tomorrow. (obligation)
a) have to
b) might
2. ___________ I have another piece of cake? (permission)
a) Can
b) Must
3. She ___________ be feeling sick. She looks pale. (deduction)
a) should
b) could
4. They ___________ have forgotten about the appointment. (deduction)
a) may
b) would
5. It’s getting late. You ___________ leave now. (advice)
a) should
b) might
Answers:
1. a) have to
2. a) Can
3. a) should
4. a) may
5. a) should
Exercise 8:
Rewrite the following sentences using a modal verb:
1. It is necessary to book the tickets in advance.
Answer: You ___________ book the tickets in advance.
2. Tom is able to fix the computer problem.
Answer: Tom ___________ fix the computer problem.
3. We are confident that they will win the championship.
Answer: They ___________ win the championship.
4. I am not permitted to enter without an ID card.
Answer: I ___________ enter without an ID card.
5. It is likely that she has already left for the airport.
Answer: She ___________ have already left for the airport.
1. need to/must/should
2. can
3. will
4. cannot/must not
5. might/may
Exercise 9:
Instructions: Choose the correct modal verb to complete each sentence.
1. You ___________ be careful while crossing the road. (advice)
a) should
b) must
2. ___________ I use your phone for a moment? (permission)
a) May
b) Can
3. He ___________ be at the library. I saw his car there. (deduction)
a) must
b) might
4. They ___________ have missed the bus. It’s already late. (deduction)
a) may
b) could
5. You ___________ drink plenty of water to stay hydrated. (advice)
a) should
b) would
6. ___________ I bring a friend to the party? (permission)
a) May
b) Could
7. She ___________ have forgotten her keys at home. (deduction)
a) may
b) must
8. We ___________ consider all the options before making a decision. (obligation)
a) have to
b) might
9. ___________ I have a piece of cake? (permission)
a) Can
b) Must
10. They ___________ be waiting for us outside. (deduction)
a) may
b) could
Answers:
1. a) should
2. a) May
3. a) must
4. b) could
5. a) should
6. a) May
7. b) must
8. a) have to
9. a) Can
10. a) may
Exercise 10:
Instructions: Fill in the blanks with the appropriate modal verb.
1. They ___________ have arrived at the airport by now. (deduction)
2. ___________ I open the window? It’s hot in here. (permission)
3. She ___________ be running late. I haven’t seen her yet. (deduction)
4. We ___________ consider their opinion before making a decision. (obligation)
5. You ___________ take an umbrella. It might rain later. (advice)
6. ___________ I ask you a question? (permission)
7. He ___________ have left his phone at home. (deduction)
8. We ___________ make reservations in advance for the restaurant. (advice)
9. ___________ I have some more water? (permission)
10. They ___________ be studying for the exam. (deduction)
Answers:
1. could
2. May
3. must
4. should
5. should
6. Can
7. may
8. should
9. Can
10. must