Worksheet 2: Advanced Modal Verbs
Challenge yourself with exercises on choosing the correct modal verb for specific situations. Click below to print or save as a PDF.
Worksheet 2: Advanced Modal Verbs
Name: _________________________ Date: _________________________
1. Choose the Best Modal Verb
Circle the best modal verb to complete each sentence.
1. (Can / May) I have a glass of water, please? (Polite permission)
2. You (must / should) wear a seatbelt when you drive. (Strong obligation/law)
3. I (can / could) swim much faster when I was younger. (Past ability)
4. He isn't answering his phone. He (must / might) be busy. (Strong possibility)
5. We (shall / will) go to the beach tomorrow if the weather is good. (Future plan)
2. You (must / should) wear a seatbelt when you drive. (Strong obligation/law)
3. I (can / could) swim much faster when I was younger. (Past ability)
4. He isn't answering his phone. He (must / might) be busy. (Strong possibility)
5. We (shall / will) go to the beach tomorrow if the weather is good. (Future plan)
2. Sentence Correction
Find the error in each sentence and rewrite it correctly. The error relates to the modal verb.
Original: She can to play the piano very well.
Corrected:
Original: You must to finish your report by Friday.
Corrected:
Original: He mights come to the party later.
Corrected:
Original: Could I to ask a question?
Corrected:
3. Creative Writing
Write a short paragraph giving a friend advice about visiting your city. Use at least two different modal verbs (e.g., should, must, can, might).