Modal Verbs Worksheets with Answers pdf

Modal verbs are auxiliary verbs (helping verbs) that express necessity, possibility, permission, ability, or obligation. They are used before the main verb in sentences.

Most commonly used modal verbs

  • Can – ability, permission
  • Could – past ability, polite request, possibility
  • May – permission, possibility
  • Might – less certain possibility
  • Shall – suggestion, future (formal)
  • Should – advice, obligation
  • Will – future, willingness
  • Would – polite request, hypothetical situations
  • Must – strong necessity or obligation
  • Ought to – moral obligation or advice

Model Verbs Structure

Subject + Modal Verb + Main Verb

Modal verbs examples

Modal Verb Sentences with Can (Ability / Permission / Possibility)

  • She can play the guitar very well.
  • Can you help me with this math problem?
  • We can see the mountains from here.
  • He can speak four languages.
  • You can go out after you finish your homework.

Modal Verb Sentences with Could (Past ability / Polite request / Possibility)

  • I could run faster when I was younger.
  • Could you pass me the salt, please?
  • It could rain later today.
  • We could see the stars clearly last night.
  • Could I borrow your pen for a moment?

Modal Verb Sentences with May (Permission / Possibility)

  • May I enter the room?
  • You may leave early today.
  • We may go on a trip next week.
  • It may snow in December.
  • May I speak to your manager?

Modal Verb Sentences with Might (Less certain possibility)

  • I might join the party tonight.
  • He might be late for the meeting.
  • It might be a good idea to rest.
  • They might cancel the event.
  • You might need a jacket; it’s cold outside.

Modal Verb Sentences with Shall (Suggestion / Offer / Future – formal)

  • Shall we go to the park now?
  • Shall I open the window?
  • I shall return by evening.
  • Shall we start the meeting?
  • We shall overcome this challenge.

Modal Verb Sentences with Should (Advice / Expectation / Duty)

  • You should eat more vegetables.
  • He should apologize for his mistake.
  • We should respect our elders.
  • They should be here by now.
  • You should take a break.

Modal Verb Sentences with Will (Future / Willingness / Certainty)

  • I will call you tomorrow.
  • She will win the competition.
  • They will arrive at 5 PM.
  • He will help you with your project.
  • The sun will rise at 6 AM.

Modal Verb Sentences with Would (Politeness / Hypothetical / Preference)

  • Would you like some coffee?
  • I would travel the world if I had money.
  • He would never lie to you.
  • We would be happy to assist you.
  • Would you help me carry this bag?

Modal Verb Sentences with Must (Necessity / Strong obligation)

  • You must wear a helmet.
  • We must follow the rules.
  • I must finish my homework tonight.
  • You must not smoke here.
  • They must be very tired after the trip.

Modal Verb Sentences with Ought to (Advice / Moral duty)

  • You ought to help your neighbors.
  • We ought to take care of the environment.
  • He ought to be more careful.
  • They ought to arrive soon.
  • Children ought to respect their parents.

Modal Verbs Worksheets with Answers PDF

Fill in the blanks with suitable modal verbs

(can, could, may, might, shall, should, will, would, must, ought to)

  1. You _ speak politely to elders.
  2. _ I borrow your notebook for a day?
  3. He _ drive a car when he was just 14.
  4. You _ not park your car here.
  5. We _ visit our grandparents this weekend.
  6. I _ help you with your bags.
  7. _ I open the door for you?
  8. You _ complete your homework on time.
  9. They _ be in the library.
  10. She _ play the piano very well.
  11. Students _ obey the school rules.
  12. I _ like to have some tea.
  13. _ we go for a walk now?
  14. You _ wear a helmet while riding a bike.
  15. It _ rain this evening.
  16. He _ solve this problem easily.
  17. I _ never do such a thing.
  18. _ you please lend me some money?
  19. She _ be sleeping now.
  20. We _ leave early to avoid traffic.
  21. You _ consult a doctor.
  22. They _ not be late.
  23. You _ always speak the truth.
  24. _ you help me carry this table?
  25. _ I come in, sir?
  26. We _ try harder next time.
  27. You _ take a rest.
  28. I _ bring the books tomorrow.
  29. He _ be angry if you tell him.
  30. Children _ be protected from harm.

Rewrite the sentences using correct modal verbs

  1. He swim across the river.
  2. You to follow the rules.
  3. May you please help me?
  4. I would rather go by bus.
  5. She ought leave now.
  6. He can’t speaks French.
  7. We must to study hard.
  8. Shall you like some water?
  9. They might goes to the zoo.
  10. Could you passes the salt?
  11. He should to rest today.
  12. You mustn’t to be rude.
  13. We will comes later.
  14. Would you mind to help me?
  15. She can sings beautifully.
  16. It may rains today.
  17. I must studies for the exam.
  18. They should leaves now.
  19. He mights be busy.
  20. I can driving fast.
  21. You should wears your seatbelt.
  22. He can opens the box.
  23. They would to love the gift.
  24. Shall we goes to the market?
  25. You mays enter the room.

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

  1. _ I come in, ma’am?
    a) Should
    b) May
    c) Must
    d) Will
  2. You _ smoke in public places.
    a) must
    b) mustn’t
    c) may
    d) would
  3. She _ play the violin well.
    a) should
    b) can
    c) may
    d) would
  4. They _ be at the park now.
    a) might
    b) should
    c) shall
    d) can’t
  5. _ we go for a movie?
    a) Will
    b) Must
    c) Shall
    d) May
  6. You _ consult a doctor immediately.
    a) can
    b) might
    c) should
    d) may
  7. He _ win the race if he trains hard.
    a) can
    b) could
    c) may
    d) must
  8. I _ like to have some coffee.
    a) shall
    b) would
    c) will
    d) may
  9. She _ speak five languages.
    a) must
    b) should
    c) can
    d) might
  10. You _ not cheat in the exam.
    a) can
    b) must
    c) mustn’t
    d) may
  11. He _ be the best player on the team.
    a) will
    b) may
    c) should
    d) could
  12. _ I help you with that bag?
    a) Would
    b) Might
    c) Must
    d) Can’t
  13. You _ wear a mask in crowded places.
    a) can
    b) should
    c) may
    d) would
  14. We _ be late if we don’t hurry.
    a) should
    b) can
    c) might
    d) must
  15. _ you please close the door?
    a) Must
    b) Would
    c) Should
    d) Can’t
  16. I _ go to school tomorrow.
    a) may
    b) would
    c) shall
    d) might
  17. _ we have some more time?
    a) Shall
    b) Could
    c) Must
    d) Might
  18. You _ help the poor.
    a) ought to
    b) can
    c) would
    d) may
  19. They _ not know the truth yet.
    a) should
    b) might
    c) can
    d) will
  20. He _ have gone out without telling.
    a) should
    b) might
    c) must
    d) will
  21. _ I talk to the manager?
    a) Would
    b) Shall
    c) Must
    d) May
  22. You _ never give up.
    a) can
    b) must
    c) may
    d) might
  23. _ you like to join us for dinner?
    a) Should
    b) Would
    c) Will
    d) Can
  24. I _ complete the task by tomorrow.
    a) will
    b) should
    c) might
    d) must
  25. He _ help us later.
    a) can
    b) would
    c) may
    d) must

Answer Key

Fill in the blanks

  1. should
  2. May
  3. could
  4. must
  5. might
  6. will
  7. Shall
  8. should
  9. might
  10. can
  11. must
  12. would
  13. Shall
  14. should
  15. might
  16. can
  17. would
  18. Could
  19. might
  20. should
  21. should
  22. must
  23. should
  24. Can
  25. May
  26. will
  27. should
  28. will
  29. might
  30. must

Rewrite with correct modals

  1. He can swim across the river.
  2. You ought to follow the rules.
  3. Could you please help me?
  4. Correct as is.
  5. She ought to leave now.
  6. He can’t speak French.
  7. We must study hard.
  8. Would you like some water?
  9. They might go to the zoo.
  10. Could you pass the salt?
  11. He should rest today.
  12. You mustn’t be rude.
  13. We will come later.
  14. Would you mind helping me?
  15. She can sing beautifully.
  16. It may rain today.
  17. I must study for the exam.
  18. They should leave now.
  19. He might be busy.
  20. I can drive fast.
  21. You should wear your seatbelt.
  22. He can open the box.
  23. They would love the gift.
  24. Shall we go to the market?
  25. You may enter the room.

Multiple Choice (Correct options)

  1. b) May
  2. b) mustn’t
  3. b) can
  4. a) might
  5. c) Shall
  6. c) should
  7. a) can
  8. b) would
  9. c) can
  10. c) mustn’t
  11. d) could
  12. a) Would
  13. b) should
  14. c) might
  15. b) Would
  16. c) shall
  17. b) Could
  18. a) ought to
  19. b) might
  20. c) must
  21. d) May
  22. b) must
  23. b) Would
  24. a) will
  25. c) may
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