OOPT - Oxford Online Placement Modal Verbs and Functions Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following sentences uses a modal verb to express a high degree of certainty or logical deduction?

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He must be at the library; his car is parked outside.

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He might be at the library; he sometimes studies there.

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He should be at the library; he has a big exam tomorrow.

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He can be at the library if he wants to.

Question 2

Scenario: Your friend asks for your opinion on their new project idea. You think it's a good idea, but not a requirement for them to pursue it. Which response is the most appropriate way to give advice?

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You should consider developing this project further.

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You must work on this project immediately.

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You may work on this project if you get permission.

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You will work on this project.

Question 3

Complete the sentence: 'I'm not sure where Sarah is. She _______ have missed the bus.'

Accepted Answer

might

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can't

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would

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ought to

Question 4

Which sentence correctly uses a modal verb to ask for permission in a formal and polite way?

Accepted Answer

May I leave the meeting early?

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Can I leave the meeting early?

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Will I leave the meeting early?

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Must I leave the meeting early?

Question 5

Identify the function of the modal verb 'could' in the following sentence: 'When I was younger, I could run a mile in under six minutes.'

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Indicating past ability

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Expressing future possibility

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Making a polite request

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Giving strong advice

Question 6

You ______ touch that wire; it's extremely dangerous.

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mustn't

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should

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might not

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don't have to