TEST PAPER ON MODAL VERBS

Rephrase the following sentences using modal verbs or modal expressions:

1. It isn’t necessary for her to phone me back.She…

2. I think Mary is probably at home because the windows are open.Mary…

3. It's absolutely necessary that we finish the article today.We…

4. It is essential that we talk before the meeting starts.We…

5. It's forbidden to drive without fastening your seatbelt.You…

6. You are not permitted to use the phone in the teacher’s room.You…

7. It's compulsory for all visitors to show their ID card.All…

8. Perhaps I start a new career.I…

9. It is wrong of her to punish that child. She …

10. It would be a good idea to buy a dictionary if you want to learn a foreign language.You…

11. Suspects are not obliged to say anything to the police.Suspects…

12. Most people aren’t capable of finding valid alternatives for television.Most people…

13. The questions were so difficult that it was impossible for me to answer them in time.I…

14. Do you think you have the possibility of fixing it up?…

15. We are not required to follow all the instructions.We…

16. Economic conditions are expected to deteriorate and cause social unrest.Economic…

17. Most companies are forced to raise wages because there are more jobs than workers.Most companies…

18. It will be impossible for him to learn this poem by heart.He…

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