10 Questions
What do modal verbs show?
Possibility, intent, ability, or necessity
How are modal verbs used in a sentence?
Before the main verb
What is the purpose of using modal verbs?
To show hypothetical conditions
How does the meaning of a sentence change when a modal verb is used?
It inflects the meaning of the main verb
What is the difference between the two examples given in the text?
The first example is a factual statement while the second uses a modal verb to change the meaning
Which of the following best defines a subordinate clause?
A clause that cannot stand alone as a sentence
What is the defining characteristic of a complex sentence?
It combines an independent clause with one or more subordinate clauses
What role do subordinating conjunctions play in a sentence?
They signal the beginning of a subordinate clause
In a complex sentence, what is the function of the subordinate clause?
It provides additional information to the main clause
What distinguishes a subordinate clause from an independent clause?
A subordinate clause cannot stand alone as a sentence
Test your knowledge of modal verbs with this quiz! See how well you understand these essential verbs that express possibility, intent, ability, and necessity. This quiz will help you practice using common modal verbs such as can, should, and must.
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