Pick the Right Modal Verb Worksheet Download
This grade 4 language arts worksheet asks students to read sentences and choose the right modal verb, such as can, could, may, might, must, should, or would. It builds understanding of how these helping verbs show ability, permission, and possibility.
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Pick the Right Modal Verb
Students read each sentence and choose the correct modal verb (can, could, may, might, must, should, would) to complete it.
About this worksheet
Students read each sentence and choose the correct modal verb (can, could, may, might, must, should, would) to complete it.
Student objectives
- Learn what modal verbs like can, could, may, might, must, should, and would mean
- Choose the modal verb that fits the meaning of a sentence
- Understand how modal verbs show ability, permission, or possibility
- Practice using modal verbs correctly in complete sentences
Everyday practice
- Ask permission by choosing between 'can I' and 'may I' when talking to an adult
- Say what you 'should' do when deciding between chores or homework
- Explain that something 'might' happen when talking about weekend plans
- Tell a friend you 'could' help them if they need it