Year 5 Homework – Modal Verbs
(Permission – can, may; Polite Requests – could, would; Obligation – must, should)
Part A – Complete the Sentences
Fill in each blank with the correct modal verb.
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You ______ wash your hands before eating.
______ I have another piece of cake, please?
We ______ not run in the hallways.
You ______ try your best on the spelling test.
______ you like to join our group project?
She is coughing a lot, so she ______ go home and rest.
______ I use your scissors for a minute?
You ______ finish your homework before watching TV.
Part B – Choose the Correct Answer
Underline the correct option.
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(Must / Would) you please lend me your ruler?
You (should / may) brush your teeth twice a day.
You (can / must) not enter the staff room.
(May / Must) I go outside and play now?
We (would / must) line up quietly after recess.
Part C – Sentence Writing
Write your own sentences using the given modals.
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A sentence with can (permission): __________________________
A sentence with would (polite request): __________________________
A sentence with must (obligation): __________________________
A sentence with should (advice): __________________________
A sentence with may (permission): __________________________