Modals of Speculation - Practice -

Master modals of speculation with fun practice exercises!

Part I: Multiple Choice Complete the following sentences using one modal of speculation depending on the context. My purse isn’t in my pocket. It _ must in my bag. must be in my bag. mustn’t be in my bag I can’t remember what Jason does at university. He could study geography or _ he might study geology. he may not study geology. he must study geology. ‘Is that Mr Tanaka?’‘No, that _ be him. Mr Tanaka wears glasses.’ can't must musn't Which sentence means:Maybe talking to Ian will help you solve the problem. Talking to Ian can’t help. Talking to Ian must help Talking to Ian might help. My passport _ be in that drawer. I’ve already looked there three time. can't may not musn't Part II: Short Answer Complete the sentences below using the modal verbs provided. Make sure the meaning of the second sentences is the same as the first. Can'tI’m sure that’s not Jack’s car. His car’s red.That _ Jack’s car. His car’s red. mustI’m sure that’s Ellen’s sister. They look so alike.That _ Ellen’s sister. They look so alike. mayMaybe Philippa has the report.Philippa _ the report. mightMaybe Darren doesn’t know about the meeting.Darren _ about the meeting. couldMaybe your keys are in your pocket.Your keys _ in your pocket.