Modal verbs – English Grammar Test for A2
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2 You are sick. The doctor says: “You ___ stay in bed for three days.”
3 You are in a library. The librarian says: “You ___ speak loudly here.”
4 You are in Paris. You ___ visit the Eiffel Tower. It’s amazing!
5 You are on a bus. The driver says: “You ___ buy a ticket before you get on.”
6 You are at school. The teacher says: “You ___ bring your books tomorrow.”
7 You are in a museum. A guide says: “You ___ touch the paintings.”
8 You are at a party. A friend says: “You ___ try the chocolate cake. It’s delicious.”
9 You are at the airport. The staff says: “Passengers ___ arrive two hours early.”
10 You are with a friend who is very tired. You say: “You ___ go home and rest.”
11 You are at the zoo. The sign says: “You ___ feed the animals.”
12 You are at the cinema with your friend. You say: “We ___ sit at the back. It’s quieter.”
13 You are in a shop. The assistant says: “You ___ pay by card or cash.”
14 You are in the park. It’s very sunny. Your friend says: “You ___ wear sunglasses.”
15 You are at a restaurant. The waiter says: “You ___ smoke inside.”
16 You are late for school. Your teacher says: “You ___ arrive on time.”
17 You are at home. Your mom says: “You ___ clean your room today.”
18 You are walking in the street. A friend says: “Be careful! You ___ cross the road here.”
19 You are in an exam. The teacher says: “You ___ use a dictionary.”
20 You are visiting London. Your guide says: “You ___ see Big Ben.”
21 You are at work. Your boss says: “You ___ finish this report by Friday.”
22 You are at school. A friend says: “We ___ study together for the test.”
23 You are at the swimming pool. The sign says: “You ___ run near the pool.”
24 You are on holiday. A local says: “You ___ try the seafood here. It’s fresh.”
25 You are playing football. The coach says: “You ___ practice more.”
26 You are at a concert. The staff says: “You ___ take photos during the performance.”
27 You are at the dentist. The dentist says: “You ___ brush your teeth twice a day.”
28 You are at school. Your teacher says: “You ___ be quiet during the lesson.”
29 You are at the airport. The announcement says: “All passengers ___ show their passports.”
30 You are in a restaurant. Your friend says: “We ___ share a pizza. What do you think?”
Answer
1 must – Strong rule (cinema rule).
2 must – Doctor’s strong instruction.
3 mustn’t – Prohibition in the library.
4 should – Recommendation.
5 must – Obligation.
6 must – School rule.
7 mustn’t – Prohibition.
8 should – Suggestion.
9 must – Travel rule.
10 should – Advice.
11 mustn’t – Prohibition.
12 could – Suggestion/possibility.
13 can – Possibility/option.
14 should – Advice.
15 mustn’t – Prohibition.
16 must – Obligation.
17 must – Obligation from parent.
18 mustn’t – Strong warning.
19 can – Permission.
20 should – Recommendation.
21 must – Obligation/deadline.
22 could – Suggestion/possibility.
23 mustn’t – Safety rule.
24 should – Recommendation.
25 should – Advice from coach.
26 mustn’t – Prohibition.
27 should – Advice.
28 must – Strong necessity.
29 must – Obligation.
30 could – Suggestion.