Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the correct modal verb from the list (can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would):
- I ___ help you with your homework if you need assistance.
- We ___ go swimming tomorrow if the weather is nice.
- He ___ speak five languages fluently.
- You ___ start your assignment now to finish it on time.
- They ___ be at the meeting by 9 AM.
Exercise 2: Rewrite the Sentences
2Rewrite the following sentences using a suitable modal verb. Make any necessary changes.
- He has to finish the project today. (Permission)
- You are allowed to leave early if you finish your work. (Advice)
- She is certain she will pass the exam. (Possibility)
Exercise 3: Create Sentences
Create sentences of your own using each of the following modal verbs (can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would):
- Can: ___________
- Could: ___________
- May: ___________
- Might: ___________
- Must: ___________
- Shall: ___________
- Should: ___________
- Will: ___________
- Would: ___________
Exercise 4: Choose the Correct Modal Verb
Choose the correct modal verb to complete each sentence (can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would):
- You __ wear a helmet when riding a bike.
- They ___ be home by now; it’s already late.
- ___ we go to the beach this weekend?
- He ___ run faster when he was younger.
Exercise 5: Identify the Modal Verb
Identify the modal verb in each sentence and explain its function (ability, possibility, permission, obligation, etc.):
- She can play the guitar very well.
- We must leave now if we don’t want to be late.
- You should eat more vegetables for better health.
- I might go to the party, but I’m not sure yet.
Exercise 6: Correct the Mistakes
Correct the mistakes in the use of modal verbs in these sentences:
- He must to finish his work before going out.
- You would call her if you want to know the details.
- She can speaks three languages fluently.
- They might goes to the cinema tonight.
Exercise 7: Complete the Dialogues
Complete the dialogues with appropriate modal verbs:
- A: I’m not sure what to do about this problem.
B: You ___ talk to your manager for advice. - A: I’m feeling really tired today.
B: You ___ take a break for a while. - A: Do you think he’ll join us?
B: He ___, but he hasn’t confirmed yet. - A: This looks heavy. Can I help you with it?
B: Thanks! I ___ really use some help.
Exercise 5: Match the Sentences with Prepositions
Match each sentence with the correct preposition of place (in, on, at, behind, between, under, in front of, above, opposite, next to):
- The car is parked ___ the garage.
- The clock is hanging ___ the fireplace.
- The restaurant is located ___ the river.
- There’s a bench ___ the park.
- The cat is hiding ___ the sofa.
Exercise 6: Choose the Correct Preposition
Choose the correct preposition of place to complete each sentence:
- The hotel is ___ the city center (at, in).
- The book is ___ the top shelf (on, in).
- He’s waiting ___ the bus stop (on, at).
- The cat is sitting ___ the chair (on, under).
- My keys are ___ my bag (on, in).
Exercise 7: Fill in the Blanks
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate preposition of place:
- The coffee shop is ___ the bank and the grocery store.
- The keys are ___ the table, where I left them.
- The picture is hanging ___ the bed.
- The bus stop is right ___ the street from the school.
- There’s a playground ___ the park.
Exercise 8: Complete the Dialogues
Complete the dialogues with the correct preposition of place:
- A: Where is the remote?
B: It’s ___ the couch. - A: Where’s your car parked?
B: It’s ___ the parking lot. - A: Can you find my phone?
B: It’s ___ your bag, I think. - A: Where is the new café?
B: It’s ___ the corner of the street. - A: Where is your office?
B: It’s ___ the second floor.
Exercise 9: Correct the Mistakes
Find and correct the mistakes with prepositions of place:
- The flowers are in front of the table, not on it.
- He’s sitting next of me during the meeting.
- The book is on the drawer, not inside it.
- The park is at the middle of the city.
- The picture is above the desk, not behind it.
