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Which of the following sentences uses a modal verb correctly?
Which of the following sentences uses a modal verb correctly?
A non-defining clause contains essential information to understand a sentence.
A non-defining clause contains essential information to understand a sentence.
False
What is the structure of a 1st conditional sentence?
What is the structure of a 1st conditional sentence?
IF + present simple, will + present simple
If I had studied harder, I _____ passed the exam.
If I had studied harder, I _____ passed the exam.
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Match the following modals with their appropriate usage:
Match the following modals with their appropriate usage:
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In which of the following sentences is 'used to' used correctly?
In which of the following sentences is 'used to' used correctly?
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You mustn’t do something that is permitted.
You mustn’t do something that is permitted.
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Give an example of a sentence using the 2nd conditional form.
Give an example of a sentence using the 2nd conditional form.
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You _____ better be on time for the meeting.
You _____ better be on time for the meeting.
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What form is used in the 3rd conditional?
What form is used in the 3rd conditional?
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Study Notes
Modal Verbs
- Should/Shouldn't: Expresses advice or obligation. Example: You should go to the doctor if you're sick. Shouldn't eat something if it seems strange.
- Must/Mustn't: Expresses strong deduction or prohibition. Example: I must have been very drunk last night. Must not play video games all day if you want to pass the test
- Could/Couldn't: Expresses possibility or impossibility in the past. Example: He could have gone to the supermarket. She couldn't have been at the party because she was at home.
- Can't: Expresses strong impossibility in the past. Example: They can't have passed; they didn't study.
- Might/May: Expresses possibility. Example: She might love cats. He may have studied.
Relative Clauses
- Defining Relative Clauses: Provide essential information that clarifies the noun. Example: We don't often see the people who live across the hall.
- Non-defining Relative Clauses: Offer extra information not essential for understanding the main idea. Example: Robert Downey Jr., who played Iron Man, was in jail.
Conditional Sentences
- First Conditional: Used for situations likely to happen in the future. If clause + present simple, consequence + will + present simple. Example: If he does his homework, he will pass. Consequence + will + present simple, if clause + present simple. Example: She will be tired if she works out all week.
- Second Conditional: Used for hypothetical or unlikely situations in the future. If clause + past simple, consequence + would + base form of verb. Example: If I died tomorrow, I would want to restart my life as a butterfly.
- Third Conditional: Used for hypothetical situations in the past. If clause + past perfect, consequence + would have + past participle. Example: If I had gone home earlier, I would have seen my boyfriend cheating on me.
Wish/If Only
- Wish/If Only: Expresses regret or a hope for a different situation. Example: If only I put more attention in class. I wish he was happier.
Reported Speech (Not included in original text)
Had Better (Not)
- Had Better/Had better not: Expresses advice or a recommendation. Example: You had better do your laundry before I get home. I'd better not make a mess or my mum will get angry at me.
Used To
- Used to: Expresses a habitual action in the past. Example: I used to get up at 6 o'clock.
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Description
This quiz tests your knowledge of modal verbs and relative clauses in English. Key concepts include the use of should, must, could, and the differences between defining and non-defining relative clauses. Enhance your understanding of these essential components of English grammar.
