Ех. 1. Rewrite the sentences using modal verbs, as in the example.
1. It isn’t necessary for her to wear a suit to the office.
She needn’t/doesn't have to wear a suit to the office.
2. You aren't allowed to take those books out of the library.
3. It is possible that Mark will be at home this evening.
4. Would you like me to make some sandwiches for you?
5. I advise you to leave early.
6. Emily managed to find a job after looking for six months.
7. I’m sure Paul isn't from Canada.
8. We are obliged to take exams every six months.
9. I’m sure the children aren’t happy with your decision.
10. Perhaps we will go to Florida on holiday.
Ex. 2. Fill in the gaps with an appropriate modal verb. Sometimes more than one answer is correct.
1. A: I ...could... roller-skate when I was young.
B: So could I. Those were the days.
2. A: Dad’s car broke down yesterday.
B: herepair it?
A: No. he took it to the garage.
3. A: Those men look alike. Theybe brothers.
B: Yes, they are.
4. A: You___leave your toys on the floor.
B: Why?
A: You’ll cause an accident.
5. A: Shall I do Grandma’s shopping for her?
B: No, you. She wants to do it herself.
6. A: Youtidy your bedroom today.
B: Oh. do I?
7. A: Where is Colin?
B: I’m not sure. Hebe in his office.
8. A: Whatwe do at the weekend?
B: Wego swimming.
9. A: My brotherride a motorbike.
B: Really? he drive a car. too?
10. A: I’m really tired.
B: Yougo to bed early tonight.
Ex. 3. Complete each sentence with two to five words including the word in bold.
1. Perhaps Nick is at the office.
may: Nick ...may be at the... office.
2. I don’t think Mary is very happy at the moment,
can’t: Mary very happy at the moment.
3. I’m bored. Let's watch TV.
shall: I’m bored TV?
4. I'm sure those are Paula’s sunglasses.
must: Those Paula's sunglasses.
5. I advise you to stop eating fatty foods.
ought: You fatty foods.
6. Perhaps the children are in the playground.
may: The children playground.
7. I'm sure they come from Spain. They've got a Spanish accent.
must: They They’ve got a Spanish accent.
Ex. 4. Read the situations and complete the sentences with an appropriate modal verb.
1. You are at school. Your teacher tells you to bring your homework with you tomorrow.
You must bring your homework with you tomorrow.
2. You have fallen over. Your arm hurts. Your friend thinks it might be broken. She advises you to go to hospital
go to hospital.
3. Your friend is having a birthday party on Saturday. You want to go. Ask your parents for permission.
go to my friend's party on Saturday?
4. You are eating lunch with your family. You can't reach the salt. Make a request.
pass the salt, please?
5. Your mother asks you where your brother is. You think he is at the cinema with his friends.
be at the cinema with his friends.
6. Your parents are planning to go on holiday this summer. They can’t decide where to go. You suggest going to America.
go to America.
7. You are at the beach with your mother. She is going to buy a drink. She asks you if you want anything. Ask for an ice cream.
buy me an ice-cream, please?
Ex. 5.
a). Choose the correct item.
b). Write a letter like in the example use modal verbs.
Dear Henry,
I’m writing to you because I need some advice. 1) Can/Shall you help me, please? My boss offered me a job in Italy and I 2) could/must make a decision about it soon. I've been thinking about it since last week but I 3) haven’t been able to/wasn’t able to decide! I'm a bit worried that I 4) shall/may not enjoy living in another country. I 5) might/ought to find it difficult to learn Italian. However, I 6) won’t have to/mustn't stay there if I don’t like it. What do you think? 7) Should/Will I move to Italy or 8) could/ should I stay here? 9)Could/May you write to me and tell me what you think?
I hope to hear from you soon.
I’m in the seventh grade at mathematical school. I like to study. My favourite subjects are computer sciences, mathematics and literature. I’m fond of reading books. Also I like drawing that’s why I go to art school. I’m very cheerful and sociable person. I have many friends. My best friend’s name is Sveta.