Modal Requests Quiz
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Hey there! How can ‘can’ assist you in making requests?
A. By adding ‘can’ at the end of a sentence.
B. By starting a sentence with ‘can’ followed by the base form of the verb.
C. By replacing the verb with ‘can’.
D. By using ‘can’ in the middle of a sentence.
Which negative statement below is related to a party that Evelyn can’t attend?
A. Evelyn can go to the party.
B. Evelyn can’t wait to see you.
C. Evelyn can’t believe it’s true.
D. Evelyn can’t go to the party.
Charlotte is in a pickle and needs your help! How would she politely ask for a favor?
A. Can you do me a favor?
B. Could you do me a favor?
C. Would you do me a favor?
D. Should you do me a favor?
Hey there! Can you tell me why ‘could’ is like the superhero of making requests?
A. ‘Could’ is like the polite superhero who saves the day in requests.
B. Using ‘could’ is like giving requests a chill vibe, no rush!
C. When ‘could’ steps in, requests suddenly become super polite.
D. ‘Could’ is the assertive hero that makes requests clear and direct.
Can you guess which negative request is being made by Charlotte?
A. Charlotte can’t help you with your homework.
B. Charlotte can’t buy you a new phone.
C. Charlotte can’t cook dinner tonight.
D. Charlotte can’t lend you her car.
When should Isla use ‘may’ for formal requests?
A. When Mason is making informal requests
B. When Daniel is expressing gratitude
C. When Isla is giving orders
D. When Isla is making formal requests or asking for permission.
Hey there! Let’s have some fun with a quick game of ‘Can’t’! In which situation would you use ‘can’t’ to express inability?
A. When Anika is feeling ecstatic
B. When Aria encounters a challenge she can’t overcome or when something seems impossible to achieve.
C. When David is completely worn out
D. When Anika is famished
Imagine Sophia, Jackson, and Maya are having a delightful dinner. How would Jackson playfully request for the salt?
A. Would you kindly pass me the salt?
B. Could you pass me the salt, please?
C. How about passing me the salt?
D. Might you pass me the salt?
Hey there! Can you help me with something fun? What’s the difference between ‘can’ and ‘could’ when making requests?
A. ‘Can’ is used for general requests, while ‘could’ is used for specific requests.
B. The difference is in the tense used, ‘can’ is present tense while ‘could’ is past tense.
C. ‘Can’ is used for requests to strangers, while ‘could’ is used for requests to friends.
D. The main difference is the level of formality. ‘Can’ is more informal and direct, while ‘could’ is more polite and formal.
Oliver, Hannah, and Maya are teaming up for an exciting language challenge! How can they distinguish between ‘can’ and ‘could’ when making requests?
A. ‘Can’ is used for past requests, while ‘could’ is used for present requests.
B. ‘Can’ is used for general requests or permissions, while ‘could’ is considered more polite and formal.
C. ‘Can’ is more formal than ‘could’ when making requests.
D. ‘Can’ is considered impolite compared to ‘could’ when making requests.
Hey there! When should Rohan use ‘can’ in a request?
A. When suggesting something to Noah
B. When stating a fact to Abigail
C. When asking for permission or ability from Rohan
D. When expressing certainty to Noah
Imagine William is faced with a fun challenge – which scenario below shows him expressing inability using ‘can’t’?
A. William can’t swim in deep water.
B. William can’t solve this math problem.
C. William can’t cook a gourmet meal.
D. William can’t lift this box.
When does Grace use ‘can’t’ to express inability?
A. When the action is optional
B. When the action is already completed
C. When the action is easy to accomplish
D. When the action is impossible or beyond one’s capability.
Hey there! Can you help me out with this exciting question? When should Zoe use ‘could’ for polite requests?
A. When Zoe wants to give direct orders
B. When Zoe wants to express uncertainty
C. When Zoe wants to show authority
D. When Zoe wants to make requests in a polite or formal manner.
How can Isla politely request for your assistance in a formal setting?
A. Could Isla kindly ask for your help with this problem?
B. Can Isla graciously request your assistance with this matter?
C. May Isla politely seek your help with this matter?
D. Shall Isla courteously ask for your assistance with this matter?
Hey there! Can you tell me why ‘could’ is like a magic word when it comes to making super polite requests?
A. ‘Could’ is like a secret code for being super polite and respectful.
B. When ‘could’ is used, it adds a touch of kindness and consideration.
C. Using ‘could’ in polite requests is a surefire way to make others smile.
D. ‘Could’ is the key ingredient that makes requests sound extra nice and friendly.
How can Benjamin make a friendly request in a formal setting?
A. Shall Benjamin ask for your help in this matter?
B. May Benjamin request your assistance with this matter?
C. Might Benjamin kindly ask for your assistance with this matter?
D. Can Benjamin kindly request your assistance with this matter?
Hey there! Can you help me understand the magic behind using ‘can’ for making requests?
Let’s dive into the world of ‘can’ together with Anika, Benjamin, and Henry!
A. Using ‘can’ for requests is like waving a wand of certainty.
B. Picture ‘can’ as a friendly sorry for a request gone wrong.
C. ‘Can’ is your secret weapon for politely asking or suggesting something.
D. ‘Can’ is your golden ticket to request like a boss!
Hey there! How does the use of ‘can’ differ from ‘could’ when making requests?
A. ‘Can’ is more fun and friendly than ‘could’.
B. ‘Could’ is used for general requests, while ‘can’ is for specific requests.
C. ‘Can’ is more direct and casual, while ‘could’ is more polite and formal.
D. ‘Could’ is used for urgent requests, while ‘can’ is for casual requests.