English Grammar: Modal Verbs and Clauses

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Which of the following sentences correctly uses a modal verb for obligation?

You mustn’t skip the meeting if you want to stay informed. (correct)

They might have left early for the party.

He can’t have forgotten about the appointment.

She could have enjoyed the concert last night.

Identify the correct form of a defining relative clause.

This is the restaurant where we had dinner last week. (correct)

He likes to read, which is interesting.

The book, that she borrowed, was fantastic.

I met a artist who paints modern art.

What structure correctly represents the 2nd conditional?

If she works overtime, she will earn more money.

If he studies hard, he would pass the exam.

If I were rich, I would travel the world. (correct)

If they had known, they would have acted differently.

Which sentence exemplifies the correct usage of the 3rd conditional?

If she had known, she would have joined us. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences uses 'wish' correctly?

I wish they were here today. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence best represents the reported speech structure?

She said that she would come to the party. Signup and view all the answers

Identify the sentence that uses 'had better' correctly.

He had better not forget your birthday. Signup and view all the answers

Select the option that correctly represents the usage of 'used to'.

I used to play soccer every Sunday. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct structure for the 1st conditional?

IF + PRESENT SIMPLE + , + WILL + PRESENT Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence best illustrates a non-defining relative clause?

My father, who is a doctor, travels a lot. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the use of 'might' correctly?

He might attend the concert next week. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of wishes, what is the correct form for expressing a desire for a present situation?

I wish I was more attentive. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence correctly uses 'could' in a past context?

They could have gone to the party last weekend. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of modal verbs like 'must' or 'should'?

To convey necessity or obligation. Signup and view all the answers

How is the expression 'had better' correctly used in a sentence?

You had better not forget your homework. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

SHOULD/SHOULDN'T: Used to express advice or obligation. Example: If you feel sick, you should go to the doctor.
MUST/MUSTN'T: Expresses strong obligation or prohibition. Example: I was so drunk, I must have done something stupid.
COULD/COULDN'T: Expresses possibility or inability. Example: He could have gone to the supermarket.
CAN'T: Expresses impossibility. Example: They can't have passed the exam, they didn't study at all.
MIGHT: Expresses possibility. Example: She might love cats, she has a pencil case with a lot of drawings of them.
MAY: Expresses possibility. Example: He may have studied, he passed the test.

Relative Clauses

Defining: Provide essential information. Example: We don't often see the people who live across the hall.
Non-Defining: Provide extra information. Example: Robert Downey Jr., who played Iron Man, was in jail.

First Conditional

Structure: If + present simple, will + present simple.
Example: If he does his homework, he will pass.

Second Conditional

Structure: If + past simple, would + main verb.
Example: If I died tomorrow, I would want to restart my life as a butterfly.

Third Conditional

Structure: If + past perfect, would have + past participle.

Wish/If Only

Structure: If only + past simple, or wish + past simple.
Example: If only I putted more attention in class.

Reported Speech

Converting direct speech to indirect speech.

Had Better/Had Better Not

Used to give advice or warnings.
Example: You had better do your laundry before I get home.

Used To

Expresses past habits.
Example: I used to get up at 6 o'clock.

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Description

This quiz focuses on modal verbs, relative clauses, and the first conditional structure in English grammar. Test your knowledge on how to express advice, obligation, possibility, and the use of defining and non-defining clauses. Perfect for students looking to strengthen their understanding of these essential grammar topics.