Modal verbs

Name______________________________________________

Objective: To recognize the uses of the modal verbs.

I.

Match column A with column B.

A
a) Can
b) Should
c) Must
d) Have to

B
______ It is used to express strong obligation
when something is neccessary to do.
______ It is used to express ability.
______ It is used to express obligation based on a
law or rule.
______ It is used to give advice or
recommendations.

II.

Look at the situations and decide what is the most appropriate modal verb.

His mother says

He __________________ clean his
bedroom.

They _________________ ride a bike.

His mother says

He __________________ study for
tomorrow test.

He ________________ do the homework.

The school says

Childrens ______________________ use a
uniform.

He __________________ go the hospital.

The law says

Childrens ___________________ sit in the
rear seats.

She _________________ play the piano.