01/04/2026
Modal verbs
Can = now / ability
Could = past / polite
Shall = suggestion
Should = advice
May = possible / permission
Might = maybe (less sure)
Exercise to practice
Choose the correct word:
___ you help me, please? (Can / Could)
When I was young, I ___ run fast (can / could)
___ we go for a walk? (Shall / May)
It ___ rain later (may / shall)
I ___ go out tonight, Iโm not sure (may / might)
Write your answers ๐