Modal Verbs Trivia Quiz

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Are you up to the task when it comes to your knowledge of grammar? Gauge yourself through our Modal Verbs Quiz, which is peculiarly formulated to test your comprehension of these flexible verbs. Can, could, must, may and might are modal verbs that are very important because they show ability, necessity, possibility and permission in English grammar.
The end marks an opportunity to expose your skillfulness in modal verbs. To pass, keep your score above 70%. Some questions will require you to choose the correct modal verb for sentence completion.
Whether you’re a student seeking to cement the foundation of your grammar or someone who wants to improve their language skills this quiz is valuable. Show what you know about modal verbs by taking this quiz. Play now.

What modal verb indicates obligation or duty in the sentence “You might apologize?”

  • You

  • To

  • Ought

  • Apologize

What modal verb expressing necessity or strong recommendation that is most commonly used?

  • Could

  • Will

  • Would

  • Must

Which modal verb denotes past possibilities or uncertainties?

  • Shall

  • Should

  • Could

  • Musts

"I could swim when I was five years old." In this sentence, which modal verb expresses past ability?

  • Swim

  • Could

  • When

  • Five

Which modal verb expresses permission or ability?

  • Can

  • Must

  • Will

  • May

What modal verb is in the sentence “by noon, she should have arrived”?

  • By

  • Noon

  • Should

  • Has

“What does the modal verb ‘may’ indicate in this sentence?”

  • Certainty

  • Obligation

  • Possibility

  • Permission

What is the correct modal verb to complete the sentence: "I ___ speak French fluently"?

  • Can

  • Could

  • May

  • Must

What modal verb is employed to express permission or possibility in the future?

  • Will

  • Might

  • Should

  • May

"In this sentence, what does the modal verb 'might' suggest?"

  • Certainty

  • Obligation

  • Possibility

  • Intention

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