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Modals Exercises for Class 10 CBSE With Answers

What are modal verbs? Modals (also called modal verbs, modal auxiliary verbs, modal auxiliaries) are special verbs that behave irregularly in English. They are different from normal verbs like “work, play, visit…” They give additional information about the function of the main verb that follows it. They have a great variety of communicative functions.

Basic  English Grammar  rules can be tricky. In this article, we’ll get you started with the basics of sentence structure, punctuation, parts of speech, and more.

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Modals Exercise For Class 10 CBSE With Answers PDF

Modals Exercises Solved Example With Answers for Class 10 CBSE

Diagnostic Test – 24

Complete the following dialogue using the correct modal to fill in each blank.

Dina: I hate to say this, Ragini, but you are in terrible shape. Ragini: I know, what (a) ……………………………. I do? Dina: Well, since you are putting on weight, you (b) ……………………………. plan a healthy diet. Ragini: You are right. I (c) ……………………………. not eat so many chocolates and junk food. Dina: That’s right, and you (d) ……………………………. also start exercising. Ragini: (e) ……………………………. I start with walking for an hour every day? Dina: Yes, but what is most important is that you (f) ……………………………. try to have a healthy lifestyle. Answer: (a) should (b) must (c) should (d) could/should (e) should/could (f) must

Modals Exercises Practice Example With Answers for Class 10 CBSE

Fill in the blanks using suitable modals

Question (i) “How long (a) ……………….. or (b) ……………….. a person wait on a hungry stomach?” This thought constantly (c) ……………….. come to an impoverished man who (d) ……………….. wait till his unemployment days are over, “(e) ……………….. I never get two full meals?” occupies his thought box. He (f) ……………….. not even get a chance ever to come out of this vicious circle of poverty.

Answer: (a) can (b) should (c) may (d) has to (e) Shall (f) might

Question (ii) On the Annual Day celebration, the Principal delivered a lecture, “Good Evening Children, you all (a) ……………… be the future policymakers, hence you (b) ………………. obey your teachers. You (c) ……………….. always try to win over the confidence of your superiors. You must not leave any stone unturned and you (d) ……………….. not worry about the result. Take a pledge that you (e) ……………….. obey and respect your elders. You (f) ……………….. take whatever stream you like but excel in the path chosen.

Answer: (a) will (b) ought to (c) should (d) need (e) shall (f) may

NCERT Solutions For Class 10

Modals Exercises for Class 10

What are modal verbs? Modal verbs are words that indicate the capacity of a noun to carry out an action and the likelihood or possibility of an action occurring. The most commonly used modal verbs include will, would, can, could, may, might, shall, should, need, must, and ought to. This article presents exercises centered around modal verbs. Please take a look at them to further your understanding.

Modals Exercises for Class 10 with Answers

Modals are an essential aspect of English grammar, and Class 10 students can benefit from practicing them through exercises with answers. These exercises provide opportunities for students to hone their skills in using modal verbs such as will, would, can, could, may, might, shall, should, need, must, and ought to. With the help of exercises, students can improve their understanding of modal verbs and their usage in different contexts.

Answer keys accompany these exercises, allowing students to assess their progress and reinforce their learning. Regular practice of modals exercises can enhance language skills and boost confidence in using modal verbs accurately and effectively in spoken and written communication.

Modals Exercises #1

• She ____ go to the store to buy some groceries. (should/would)
• I ____ finish my homework before watching TV. (must/have)
• They ____ have a meeting in the afternoon. (will/can)
• You ____ come to the party with us. (can/could)
• He ____ be studying for his exam right now. (must/may)
• She ____ visit her grandparents next weekend. (will/would)
• We ____ go for a walk in the park if it stops raining. (might/may)
• He ____ have breakfast before leaving for work. (should/ought to)
• They ____ not be able to attend the concert tonight. (may/might)
• You ____ help your parents with household chores. (should/shall)

Answer: 

• She ____ go to the store to buy some groceries. (should)
• I ____ finish my homework before watching TV. (must)
• They ____ have a meeting in the afternoon. (will)
• You ____ come to the party with us. (can)
• He ____ be studying for his exam right now. (must)
• She ____ visit her grandparents next weekend. (will)
• We ____ go for a walk in the park if it stops raining. (might)
• He ____ have breakfast before leaving for work. (should)
• They ____ not be able to attend the concert tonight. (may)
• You ____ help your parents with household chores. (should)

Modals Exercise for Class 10

Modals Exercises #2

1. You ____ go to the party if you want to.

Options: (a) may (b) can (c) should (d) must

Answer: (b) can

2. He ____ be here any minute now.

Options: (a) will (b) might (c) shall (d) could

Answer: (b) might

3. I ____ finished my homework before watching TV.

Options: (a) shall (b) can (c) must (d) would

Answer: (c) must

4. They ____ attend the meeting yesterday.

Options: (a) can (b) would (c) must (d) might

Answer: (b) would

5. She ____ have a cup of coffee before leaving.

Options: (a) should (b) may (c) could (d) will

Answer: (a) should

6. We ____ not be able to go to the beach due to bad weather.

Options: (a) can (b) may (c) shall (d) might

Answer: (d) might

7. He ____ be studying for his exam right now.

Options: (a) can (b) must (c) will (d) should

Answer: (b) must

8. You ____ call your friend to confirm the plans.

Options: (a) shall (b) might (c) must (d) would

9. She ____ visit her grandparents over the weekend.

Options: (a) might (b) could (c) will (d) shall

Answer: (d) shall

10. I ____ go to the store to buy some groceries.

Options: (a) should (b) can (c) must (d) will

Modals Exercises #3

1. They ____ not be able to make it to the party.

Options: (a) may (b) can (c) should (d) might

2. We ____ finish the project by tomorrow.

Options: (a) shall (b) must (c) could (d) would

3. She ____ play tennis very well.

Options: (a) may (b) can (c) shall (d) must

4. You ____ come to the concert with us.

Answer: (d) will

5. He ____ be late for the meeting.

Answer: (a) may

6. They ____ not attend the seminar last week.

Options: (a) may (b) could (c) would (d) might

Answer: (c) would

7. I ____ help you with your homework.

Options: (a) can (b) shall (c) must (d) should

Answer: (a) can

8. She ____ not be able to come to the party tonight.

Options: (a) may (b) can (c) will (d) might

9. We ____ go for a walk if it stops raining.

Options: (a) might (b) could (c) should (d) would

Answer: (c) should

10. You ____ not forget to bring your passport for the trip.

Options: (a) may (b) can (c) should (d)might

Choose the appropriate modal verb to complete each sentence:

• I ___________ finish my homework before I can go out to play.
• He ___________ speak three languages fluently.
• We ___________ attend the meeting tomorrow if it’s not too late.
• They ___________ have taken the bus to the airport. It’s faster than a taxi.
• You ___________ ask for permission before using someone else’s belongings.
• I must finish my homework before I can go out to play.
• He can speak three languages fluently.
• We will attend the meeting tomorrow if it’s not too late.
• They should have taken the bus to the airport. It’s faster than a taxi.
• You should ask for permission before using someone else’s belongings.

Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) about modals along with the answers:

1. Sarah ___________ drive a car when she was just 16 years old.

   a) can

   b) could

   c) might

   d) should

Answer: b) could

2. You ___________ bring your umbrella. It looks like it might rain.

   b) may

   c) must

   d) shall

Answer: b) may

3. They ___________ be at the concert right now. I saw them leave earlier.

   d) will

Answer: c) must

4. I ___________ help you with your homework if you need assistance.

   a) may

   b) might

   c) could

   d) would

Answer: c) could

5. He ___________ have arrived early because the meeting hasn’t started yet.

   a) should

6. You ___________ finish your dinner before having dessert.

Answer: a) should

7. We ___________ go to the movies tonight if we finish our work in time.

Answer: a) can

8. She ___________ have called to let us know she won’t be able to make it.

   a) might

   b) should

Answer: b) should

9. They ___________ not be available for the meeting. They haven’t confirmed yet.

   b) can

   c) will

   d) must

Answer: a) might

10. I ___________ bring a gift to the party tomorrow.

    a) may

    b) could

    c) should

    d) would

Answer: c) should

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Modals are helping verbs. Modals cannot function as main verbs. except in few cases. They are called modal auxiliaries because they are used to express certain conceptions of mind like- ability, possibility, permission, suggestion, obligation etc.

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Modals – Usage with Examples

Characteristics of Modals

1. Modals are never used alone. They are always used w ith a principal Verb that is expressed or understood.

Examples: a) I  can   you. (Sentence is looking awkward) b) I  can help you. (Sentence is complete)

So, modals have a principal verb with them.

2. Modals don’t change according to the number or gender of the subject.

Examples: a) You may come. b) He  can  go. c) Should we go now? d) They  must not go there.

3. Modals don’t have the infinitive form . They are always followed by the base form (first form) of the verb .

Examples: a) I can play football. b) We  should attend your classes regularly.

4. Ony four of the Modals (can, may, shall, will) have past forms.

5. ‘Need ‘ an d ‘dare’ can also be used in the do/did forms and then take the infinitive form ‘to’ .

6. ‘Need ‘ and ‘dare ‘ can also be used as ordinary verbs.

7. Used, referred to as ‘used to’, is used only in the past Tense.

Modals and their usage

i) To show promise, intention, willingness, determination with the first person (I, we) 

Examples: a) I  will  give you a gift of your choice.  (promise) b) We  will  help you.  (willingness) c) I  will  change the system of our organisation.  (determination)

ii) To express request, invitation, insistence, assumption, characteristic or habit

Examples: a) Will you please help me? ( request ) b) She will be in the school during school hours. ( assumption ) c) The lion will usually kill other animals. ( Characteristic, habit )

Negative Form of will: Will not/Won’t

Examples: a) I  will  not spend my pocket money. b) She  won’t  eat unhygienic food. c) They  won’t  win the match. d) My friend  will not  attend the party.

Would (Past form of ‘Will’)

i) It expresses the past form of ‘will’

Examples: a) He informed me that he  would  dance at my marriage function. b) The problem was how he  would  reach there.

ii) To express past habit

Examples: a) He  would  drink a cup of coffee in the morning. b) My  father  would get up early in the morning.

iii) For request

Examples: a)  Would  you please give me your bike? b)  Would  you like to spend this evening with me?

iv) To express wish

Examples: a) I wish she would be healthy. b) You would be an engineer.

v) To express an imaginary condition

Examples: I  would  have a big house if I earned Rs.10 crore every year.

Negative Form of Would: Would not/Wouldn’t

i) To ask for suggestion, request, advice with the first person (I, We) in the interrogative

Examples: a)  Shall  we start the class?  (advice) b)  Shall  I have a cup of coffee from your shop?  (request) c)  Shall  we open a new shop?  (suggestion)

ii) In the second and third person to indicate threat, warning, command, promise, assurance and determination

Examples: a) If you sit with bad boys, you  shall  be punished. (threat) b) You  shall  get now.  (command) c) She  shall  get a bicycle.  (promise)

Negative Form of Shall: Shall not/Shan’t

Examples: a) She  shall  not sing tomorrow. b) They  shall  not win the match. c) My friend  shan’t  be dismissed.

Should, May, Might

i) To express duty or obligation

Examples: a) I  should  help my friends.  (duty) b) You  should  not be lazy.  (obligation) c) You  should  respect your elders.  (duty)

ii) To give or take permission.

Examples: a)  May  I come in? b) Yes, you  may  come in.

iii) To wish or pray

Examples: a)  May  you get well soon! b)  May  God bless you with a child!

iv) To show a purpose

Examples: a) My friend is joining a new company so that he  may  achieve his target. b) He is working hard so that he  may  win.

Negative Form of May: May not/Mayn’t

Examples: a) It  may  not rain today. b) She  mayn’t  attend the meeting.

Might (Past form of ‘may’)

i) To express less possibility

Examples: a) He  might  help us. b) She  might  be a winner in the competition.

ii) For permission

Examples: a)  Might  I being to reveal the truth? b)  Might  I start speaking?

iii) To express a guess

Examples: That  might  be Rohit.

Negative Form of Might: Might not/ Mightn’t

Examples: a) It  might  not rain. b) She  mightn’t  talk to me this evening.

i) To express necessity or obligation

Examples: a) You  must  take part in the competition. b) We  must  love our motherland.

ii) To indicate assumption or conclusion

Examples: a) She  must  be here in the evening. b) Mr AK Gupta  must  be a good teacher.

iii) In case of prohibition.

Example: You  must  not bunk school.

Negative Form of Must: Must not/Mustn’t 

Examples: a) You  must not  play in sunlight. b) You  must not  write your name on the walls. c) You  mustn’t  make a fuss over this.

Have to/ Has to/Had to

i) To express obligation or compulsion (While talking about rules, laws)

Examples: a) I  have to  reach school early. b) She  has to  work late in the office. c) They  had to  follow the instruction.

Negative Form of Have to: Don’t have to

Examples: a) I  don’t have to  cook the food at home. b) She  doesn’t have to  work till late in the office.

i) To express moral obligation or duty

Examples: a) You  ought to  respect your parents. b) You  ought to  serve the nation. c) We  ought to  help our relatives. d) We  ought to  speak the truth.

ii) To give advice

Examples: You  ought to  study hard to achieve success.

Negative Form of Ought to: Ought not to/ Oughtn’t to

Examples: a) You  ought not  hate your neighbours. b) You  oughtn’t  to insult your elders.

Semi-modals

Use of ‘Need’, ‘Need to’, ‘Dare’ and ‘Used to’

Need and dare are considered semi-modals because they can be used either as modal auxiliaries or as main verbs.

Need/Need to

As a modal auxiliary verb in negative terms, it  indicates absence of obligation . It expresses the  speaker’s authority or advice  and is used for the present and the future. e.g. You  needn’t  type this letter.

i) The interrogative is formed by inversions. e.g., Need I speak to him?

ii) Its past is  needed  to in the affirmative sentence,  need not have  in the negative and  need have  in the interrogative.

Examples: a)  Need  I have gone to him? (Interrogative in the past) b) I  needed  to go to him. (Affirmative in the past) c) You  needn’t  have gone to meet him. (Negative in the past) d) You  need to  go to the barber – your hair is too long. (Affirmative in the future)

As a modal auxiliary, dare refers to being bold and courageous. The negative is formed by dare not and the interrogative by inversion.

Examples: a)  Dare  we talk to them? b) I  dare not  disturb them.

i) A discontinued habit or a past situation which is no more in the present. e.g., He  used to  drink daily.  (Now he does not drink)

ii) Something existing in the past. e.g., This  used to  be a dense jungle before.

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Modals Class 10th English CBSE 

We are sharing all about Modals Class 10th English CBSE to help the board appearing candidates improve their base of grammar along with grammar structures and vocabulary skills.

We are also sharing Modals Class 10th to help the students to help them to solve the exercises based on modals and brainstorm their minds with basic grammar skills and boost their vocabulary portion to deal with grammar structures very quickly.

Modals Class 10th: Introduction

Modal Auxiliaries that express the mode of the action denoted by the main verbs are called Modals. Modal verbs, also called modal auxiliary verbs, are like auxiliary verbs combined  with lexical verbs. Lexical verbs are action verbs, as well as linking verbs

Lexical verbs are of two kinds:

(a) action verbs

(b) linking verbs

• Action verbs denote physical activity such as
• Action verbs also represent mental activities or states, such as:

Modals are the modified forms of helping verbs, i.e. they modify the mood of the action verb.

The main modals are as follows:

Shall, will, should, would, can, could, may, might, must, ought to, used to, need, has/had/have to, etc.

Features of Modals:

• Modals always express imaginary actions likeability, power, permission, request, possibility, willingness, certainty, right and wrong, necessity, etc.
• Modals do not come alone; they always take the 1st form of the verb .
• Modals are never affected by the subject’s person, number, and gender .

Modals Class 10th: Modal What it Expresses

• Simple future (When used with 1st person i.e., I/we)
• The threat, Promise, determination, and command when used with the 2nd or 3rd person (you, he, she, it, they)
• Simple future when used with 2nd or 3rd person
• The threat, Promise, determination, and command when used with 1st person
• Duty, Obligation, advice, suggestion, request, surprise, purpose, etc.
• The past form of ‘shall.’
• The past form of ‘will.’
• Willingness, past habit, determination, suggestion,a  polite request, wish or desire, unreal condition
•  Ability, a strong possibility, permission, Need
• Principal as well as a defective verb. As a defective verb used in weakness, necessity, obligation (Negative and Interrogative sentences) Could
• The past form of can, Ability of past, polite request, possibility, etc.

• Formal permission, doubtful possibility, purpose, wish

• The past form of ‘May.’
• Possibility, purpose
• Necessity, compulsion, obligation, determination, certainty, emphatic advice, prohibition, etc.

• Moral duty, obligation, advice, strong probability

• Past habit

Has to/Have to/Had to

• Forced action of future or past

Modals Class 10th English Class 10th: Mind Map

Modals Class 10th: Exercises 

1. fill in the blanks with appropriate modals..

• I borrow your pencil, please?
• There be many people at the airport today.
• I reach the restaurant in five minutes.
• Do we postpone the picnic to next week?
• She never eats so much again.
• You report this matter to your boss immediately.
• The government is considering increasing the number of schools in this village.
• I’ll see you again tomorrow.

Fill in the blanks with appropriate modals choosing from ‘have to’ ‘has to’ or ‘had to’.

(a) Prachi …………….. work hard as one week is left for her CA Final Examination.

(b) We …………….. borrow money as there was a lack of funds.

(c) All the children of class tenth will …………….. go to the principal’s office to collect their

mark sheets.

(d) Nowadays the women have dual responsibilities as they …………….. work at home and

office as well.

(e) The government …………….. give up as Anna Hazare was determined to fight

corruption in his way.

(f) Rakesh …………….. work hard to clear his exams this time.

(g) Kartik …………….. helped his mother as all their servants were on leave.

(h) Garima …………….. go to the market to buy the grocery as the guests are arriving now.

(i) The masons …………….. complete the construction today.

(j) Prema cannot accompany them as she …………….. wind up with her work.

(c) have to

(d) have to

(i) have to

Fill in the blanks with appropriate modals.

Ram (a) …………….. keep his word as he (b) …………….. repay all his loan. He (c) …………….. be seventeen next week. I am sure that you (d) see how successfully he has …………….. accomplished his mission. (e) …………….. he lives long! You (f) …………….. not worry. Your money is safe.

A person with a fragile ego (a) …………….. take anything you say personally. They not only (b) …………….. a challenging time ahead but (c) …………….. also feel insulted. They (d) …………….. get hurt, and in return, they (e) …………….. injure others. They are called sadists who (f) …………….. certainly mar others’ reputations.

In India, the death toll due to road accidents (a) …………….. increased drastically. Most of them (b) …………….. have been averted. Wider road awareness among road users (c) …………….. be taught. Separate lanes for heavy vehicles (d) …………….. be made. More stringent laws (e) …………….. be enforced while issuing licenses. If we do not follow this, a degrading society like ours (f) …………….. fail the next day.

(c) ought to

Cross-Border terrorism (a) …………….. increase if there is no check now. The prime cause is that anybody who enters the state illegally (b) …………….. be permitted to stay. Our government (c) …………….. undertake strong measures so that this act could be prevented. I hope the terrorists. (d) …………….. realize their moral obligation. Kill the sin and not the sinner hence the terrorists (e) …………….. not be punished instead, they (f) …………….. to be rehabilitated.

(b) should not

(f) ought/need

Complete the dialogue, filling in the blanks.

Frog: You (a) practice for longer hours as it will make your voice grow more robust.

Nightingale: But I (b) as the weather is terrible.

Frog: If you don’t, you (c) lose your audience. You (d) to

make them happier.

Nightingale: No, I am leaving your Bingle Bog Jungle right now, I (e) not sing at any

Frog: You (f) …………….. not or else I will kill you.

Kinshuk: Doctor, I am not feeling well, (a) …………………. you, please issue me a medical

certificate?

Dr.Anil: Yes, indeed I(b) ……………….. if you (c) ………………. tell me your ailment.

Kinshuk: Sir, I(d) ……………….. go to Simla as I am suffering from workaholism.

Dr.Anil: This is no ailment. Sorry, in that case, I (e) ……………….. You (f) ……………… leave now.

(d) need to

Prachi: (a) ……………….. I remind you that tomorrow we (b) ……………….. go for a movie?

Rashmi: No, you (c) ……………….. I (d) ………………..ask Namrata to remind me.

Prachi: I (e) ……………….. be happy if you bring your sister along.

Rashmi: OK. I(f) ……………….. certainly.

(b) have to

(c) need not

Vedant: Mom, (a) ……………….. I’m going for a picnic tomorrow with my friends.

Mom: Yes, you (b) ……………….. but you (c) ……………….. be very careful to carry your water

bottle along.

Vedant: Ma, I(d) ……………….. certainly do that.

Mom: I am a little perturbed about your health, (e) ……………….. you carry your mobile in

case I(f) ……………….. communicate with your teacher?

(f) need to

Fill in the blanks with the appropriate modal.

Mohan is not keeping well nowadays. He (a) ……………….. see the doctor immediately. He (b) ……………….. get well unless he visits a doctor. He (c) ……………….. be suffering from viral fever. He (d) ……………….. take proper medicine and rest lest he (e) ……………….. fall seriously ill. It (f) ……………….. affect not only his health but his studies also.

(b) can’t/won’t

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Elevate Your Writing: Class 10 Modals Explained Simply and Clearly

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Are you a Class 10 CBSE student looking to enhance your understanding of modals? Modals are an essential aspect of English grammar that can significantly improve your writing and speaking skills. In this article, we’ll break down modals in simple terms and provide a step-by-step guide on how to use them effectively. Let’s dive in!

Modals are a type of auxiliary verb that express necessity, obligation, permission, possibility, ability, or willingness in a sentence. They are used to modify the meaning of the main verb and indicate the mood or attitude of the speaker.

Can: I can swim. Must: You must complete your homework.

Commonly Used Modals

There are several modals commonly used in English, including “can,” “could,” “may,” “might,” “must,” “shall,” “should,” “will,” “would,” and “ought to.” Each modal has its own unique usage and meaning.

• Can/Could: Can I borrow your book? Could you help me with this?
• May/Might: May I leave early? It might rain later.
• Must: You must follow the rules.
• Should: You should study for your exams.

How to Use Modals in Writing

When using modals in writing, it’s important to understand their functions and follow grammatical rules. Modals are followed by the base form of the verb (infinitive) without “to.”

Correct: She can swim. Incorrect: She can to swim.

Expressing Possibility, Permission, and Obligation

Modals can express various meanings depending on the context of the sentence. They can indicate possibility, permission, obligation, or necessity.

• Possibility: It may rain tomorrow.
• Permission: You can go to the party.
• Obligation: You must complete the assignment.

Politeness and Suggestions

Modals are also used to express politeness and make suggestions in a polite manner.

• Politeness: Could you please pass me the salt?
• Suggestions: You should try the new restaurant downtown.

Practice and Application

The best way to master the use of modals is through practice. Write sentences using different modals and pay attention to their usage in everyday conversations and written texts.

Students should study regularly to excel in their exams.

In conclusion, models are an integral part of English grammar that play a crucial role in expressing various meanings and attitudes in communication. By understanding their usage and practicing regularly, Class 10 CBSE students can improve their language skills and become more confident in their writing and speaking abilities. Happy learning!

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Modal Verbs | Modal Auxiliary Verb Examples for Class 10 List

Modal verbs or auxiliaries are the groups of auxiliary verbs used to express the speaker's mood (mode) or attitude. Check here for full details of Model Auxiliaries verbs.

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Modal Verbs:  Modal verbs, also referred to as modal auxiliary verbs, are a particular class of English auxiliary verbs that are used to convey different levels of obligation, capability, necessity, permission, and ability. Verbs are basically the core of the English language that drives the action of the subject.  Sentences have life, movement, and motion thanks to these vibrant words. They are the means by which we are able to transmit ideas, feelings, and behaviors through communication.

Modals Verbs

Modal verbs: Modal verbs are nothing but a type of verb that expresses the mood of the speaker. In English grammar, Verb plays a vital role in the sentence. A verb is a part of speech used to tell an action done by any individual We all have basic ideas about verbs. The verb is divided into two classes- Regular verb and auxiliary verb. The auxiliary verb is also divided into Primary Auxiliary and Modal verbs. In this article, we will learn about different types of modal verbs and their functions in sentences.

Modal Verbs Meaning

Modal auxiliary verbs are special types of verbs that put some extra weight to the main verb. These verbs are always followed by a main verb. They basically extends the degree of a main verb. They can be used in case of obligation, suggestion, possibility, etc. Some examples of modal auxiliary verbs are can, may, should, will, etc. They contribute to the English language’s complexity and nuance, enabling writers and speakers to convey a variety of viewpoints, attitudes, and intents.

Modals Auxiliary Verbs Definition

Modal verbs or auxiliaries are the groups of auxiliary verbs used to express the speaker’s mood (mode) or attitude. We use modal verbs to express various types of modes of a sentence such as a request, suggestion, Ability, advice, permission, duty, Necessity, prayer or wish, promise, etc. There are some rules when we use a modal verb in sentences. These are the following –

1. The base form of the verb must always follow modals.

2. Modal verbs are such Helping Verbs that cannot work as Main Verbs.

3. It should always be followed by the main verb.

Modals Verbs Examples

For example –

1. Students must build a habit of Newspaper reading.  (Necessity) 2. I can do it. (Ability) 3. You should regularly go for a morning walk. (Advice) 4. May I use your pencil? (Request ) 5. Could you shut the window please (Request)

6. May God bless you (  prayer)

Modal verbs : Video Explanation

Modals verbs list.

Here’s a list of some very commonly used modal auxiliaries provided.

Modals Verbs- Rules & their Examples

Now. Learn about some commonly used modal verbs & their Function with Examples

Modals Verbs Uses in Sentences

Modal verbs are used to express the speaker’s mood (mode) or attitude. We use modal verbs to express various types of modes of a sentence. Such as Request, Capability, Authority Permission Order, Possibility, etc.

• To Show  the possibility of an action taking place

Few examples of how to use mode to show the possibility of an action

• Such a disease can kill the whole of mankind.
• He may go to Delhi tomorrow.
• She might be sleeping now.

• To express offer, suggestion, seeking  permission or request of the subject 

1. You may enter the classroom.

2. You should wake up early in the morning.

3.. You must not drink and drive.

4. May I go to the washroom?

• To donate moral duty, Necessity, obligation 

• You ought to serve your country.
• You should always obey the elders.

Modals Verbs: Exercise

Fill in the blanks with suitable modal verbs

• ____________You please help my brother? (Can/Could/may)
• He ____________ work hard if he wants to top the merit list. ( must /must have/must not)
• I ______  able to come tomorrow (cannot be/should not be / may not be)
• You __________ obey your parents ( ought to / may /must )
• My friend -__________ visited me when I was ill.( would/ used to/should)
• __________ I help you ? ( could/ can/should)
• She _______ be present in the office.( would/ may /should)
• I_________  love to see you on television. (would/ used to/should)

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Modal verbs or auxiliaries are the groups of auxiliary verbs used to express the speaker's mood (mode) or attitude. We use modal verbs to express various types of modes of a sentence such as a request, suggestion, Ability, advice, permission, duty, Necessity, prayer or wish, promise, etc.

Write down some examples of modal verbs. 

Some Commonly used moral verbs are -Can, could, will, shall, ought to, should, would, Used to, may, might, must, etc.

What are the 7 types of modal verbs?

7  types of modal verbs are -  Could -possibility, Request, would -Habit, past Routine, ought to-Duty or moral obligation, Can-Ability, possibility, Request, May-permission, Purpose, wish, prayer, and possibility, Must- Necessity of action, Should-duty, Obligation, necessity, and the purpose of an action.

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Modals Exercises

Verbs such as will, would, shall, should, can, could, may, might, must, need, and ought to are called modal verbs. Most of them are used as helping verbs to should the possibility/probability of something happening. This article has some exercises based on modal verbs . Try them out.

Modal Exercises with Answers

Complete the following exercises and check the answers to find out if you know them well.

Exercise 1 – Fill in the blanks with the correct modals

• I __ arrange the flowers for the bouquet. (may/can)
• __ I borrow this pen from you? (may/might)
• The teacher __ ask you to bring the homework. (might/can)
• According to the weather forecast, it ___ snow heavily tomorrow. (may/shall)
• Raj hasn’t studied well. He __ fail his exam. (might/shall)
• You __ follow the traffic rules. (may/must)
• It __ be difficult to live amidst war. (should/must)
• My mother __ scold me if I don’t go back on time. (will/may)
• We ___ take care of our parents. (ought to/ could)
• I __ visit the local grocery store soon. (shall/can)
• You ___ be punctual. (should/ought)
• One __ repay all their debts. (must/ought to)
• __ you show me the road to the market? (could/might)
• The child __ be taken to hospital immediately. (must/might)
• ___ you have hot chocolate? (shall/will)

Answers for Exercise 1

Exercise 2 – identify the modal verb in the following sentences.

• My teacher (can/must) speak four languages.
• (May/should) I use your mobile to call my mother?
• You (must/could) not speak loudly in the hospital.
• I (could/must) use a little help in packing all these clothes.
• Madam (could/may) you repeat what you said?
• I (can/might) not be able to make it tonight.
• Sheldon (ought to/must) study more if he wants to pass the test.
• (Can/May) you come to the prom with me?
• My parents (shall/ought to) arrive soon.
• I (could/must) be late as I have a lot on my plate.
• Leonard (can/may) easily solve the problem.
• It (might/should) rain tomorrow.
• (May/might) all your wishes come true in life.
• I (could/might) not be any happier.

Answers for Exercise 2

Frequently asked questions, what are modals.

Verbs that are generally used before main verbs to express permission/necessity/certainty/ability etc.

Are ‘could’ and ‘might’ same as ‘can’ and ‘may’?

The modals ‘could’ and ‘might’ can be considered as the past equivalents/forms of the modals ‘can’ and ‘may’. It’s also used as a less positive version of ‘can’ and ‘may’.

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