You *can* (ability) swim very well, can’t you?

When I was younger, I *could* (past ability) climb trees with ease.

*May* (permission) I open the window, please?

She *might* (possibility) come to the party if she finishes work early.

They said it *might* (slight possibility) rain later today.

He *can* (possibility) be very persuasive when he wants to.

I think you *could* (suggestion) try calling customer service for help.

*Can* (request) you tell me the time, please?

*Could* (past possibility) you hear the noise from your apartment last night?

We *might* (future possibility) go on vacation next month, but it’s not certain yet.

I *can’t* (negative ability) believe she said that!

*Couldn’t* (past negative possibility) you have told me earlier?

I *may* (future permission) need to leave early tomorrow, is that okay?

It *can* (logical conclusion) be quite challenging to learn a new language.

You *may* (formal permission) proceed with your presentation now.

Вправа 2: Вживання модальних дієслів “must”, “have to”, “should”, “ought to”

Guests *must* (obligation) check out of the hotel by 11 am.

I *have to* (necessity) finish this report by the end of the day.

You *should* (advice) see the doctor if you’re not feeling well.

We *ought to* (moral obligation) help those in need.

He *doesn’t have to* (absence of necessity) come if he doesn’t want to.

They *shouldn’t* (negative advice) eat so much junk food.

*Must* (deduction) you always be so negative?

She believes you *should* (expectation) always tell the truth.

Employees *have to* (requirement) wear a uniform during work hours.

*Ought to* (strong advice) we call them before we visit?

You *mustn’t* (prohibition) smoke inside the restaurant.

Children *should* (responsibility) be taught the importance of sharing.

I *must* (strong necessity) apologize for my mistake immediately.

You *don’t have to* (lack of obligation) answer all the questions right now.

One *should* (general advice) always be punctual for job interviews.