Key Word Transformation Exercise 8: MODAL VERBS

For B1 and B2 learners.

Complete the second sentence so that the meaning is very similar to the first, using the key word in bold.

Use between two and five words, including the key word.

Do NOT change the key word at all.

Contractions (I’m, can’t, etc) count as two words.

1. I’m sure that Luka isn’t teaching today. His car isn’t here. CAN’T

Luka __________ today. His car isn’t here.

2. You gave me some really good advice. If only I had listened to you. OUGHT

You gave me some really good advice. I __________ to you.

3. You aren’t allowed to give anyone your password. MUST

Your password __________ anyone.

4. We’re sure they didn’t stay at that hotel. CAN’T

They __________ at that hotel.

5. It will be necessary to stop the tennis match if the rain gets any heavier. HAVE

The tennis match __________ if the rain gets any heavier.

6.. “Any idea where Sue is?” – “It is possible she is walking the dogs. MIGHT

” “Any idea where Sue is?” – “I think __________ the dogs.”

Answers

1. Luka CAN’T BE TEACHING today. His car isn’t here.

2. You gave me some really good advice. I OUGHT TO HAVE LISTENED to you.

3. Your password MUST NOT BE GIVEN TO anyone.

4. They CAN’T HAVE STAYED at that hotel.

5. The tennis match WILL HAVE TO BE STOPPED if the rain gets any heavier.

6.. “Any idea where Sue is?” – “I think SHE MIGHT BE WALKING the dogs.”

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