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Functional English (Modal Verbs)

By Shabih E · Functional English · University · Published Nov 4, 2026 · New

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Questions

Choose the modal that best expresses advice: “You ___ back up your draft before editing it.”
Which sentence uses a modal to make a formal request for permission?
Which sentence uses “can” to express ability?
A posted course policy requires every student to submit the final report by Friday. Which sentence best expresses that obligation?
Which sentence presents the visit as possible but uncertain?
Choose the grammatically correct revision: “She can speaks English fluently.”
Choose the grammatically correct revision: “He must to complete his work.”
Which sentence uses “ought to” correctly to give advice?
Which sentence expresses permission rather than ability?
Which sentence uses “should” as a recommendation rather than as a strict requirement?