Question

Rewrite the sentences using the modal verbs in the list.
• must •can't •ought to •had to •may •was able to •needn't •shall

1 It's your duty to give the mobile phone you found to the police. - You must give the mobile phone you found to the police.

2 It was necessary for me to recharge my phone.

3 Is it OK to turn on the WIFI?

4 It's not necessary to phone - send an SMS.

5 It's against the law to download music without paying.

6 Do you want me to download this app for you?

7 Calvin managed to learn sign language.

8 It's a good idea to make eye contact.

Answer 1

1. You must give the mobile phone you found to the police.

2. I had to recharge my phone.

3. Shall I turn on the WIFI?

4. You needn't phone - send an SMS.

5. You can't download music without paying; it's against the law.

6. May I download this app for you?

7. Calvin was able to learn sign language.

8. You ought to make eye contact; it's a good idea.