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Rephrasing BACH.
English Department
I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez
MODAL VERBS Rewrite the following sentences using modals. Do not change the meaning of the original sentences. There may be more than one correct answer. 1) If you want my advice, get a good lawyer!
You ……………………………………………………………………………………………..
2) A university degree isn’t necessary for that job.
You …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3) He can only leave work at ten o’clock tonight. (able) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4) Perhaps my father will pick you up. My father ………………………………………………………………………………… 5) It isn’t necessary to make an appointment at the hairdresser’s. You …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 6) Eating is forbidden in class. (eat) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7) The boss allows the workers to have one afternoon off a week. The workers …………………………………………………………………………….. 8) Don’t take the CD without asking permission. You …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9) My car needs cleaning. I’ll take it tomorrow. (must) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 10) Do you want to go to St Moritz this winter? (like) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11) She hasn’t phoned. Perhaps she is abroad. (may) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12) Perhaps Mike will be too busy to see us. (might) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 13) I am sure she will pass her driving test. She drives well. She …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 14) I suggest you go and see a doctor. You …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 15) It is forbidden to walk on the grass. …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16) Do you want me to help you? (would) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 17) Let´s watch a film …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 18) Do you give me permission to use your pen? (I) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 19) She is just 18. It is impossible for her to be her mother. …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 20) It is compulsory to drive on the left. …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 21) You don´t need to come to school on Saturday …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 22) He will learn how to drive cars when he is 30. (able) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 23) Why don´t we go to the gym? ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Rephrasing BACH.
English Department MODAL VERBS
I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez
Rewrite the following sentences using modals. Do not change the meaning of the original sentences. There may be more than one correct answer. 1) It isn’t necessary to phone before you visit me.
You… 2) Perhaps John is at school now. John… 3) Taking the book without permission was the wrong thing to do You… 4) Chewing gum is forbidden in class. You… 5) I suggest you get a second opinion. You… 6) He isn’t here. Perhaps he went home. He… 7) If you want my advice, see a doctor! You… 8) The teacher allows students to leave early on Fridays. Students… 9) My coat needs dry-cleaning. I will take it tomorrow. I… 10) A driving licence is not necessary for the job. You… 11) Perhaps the post will arrive soon. The post… 12) She hasn’t called me. She probably didn’t remember my number. She… 13) He was here a moment ago. I am sure you saw him. You… 14) Perhaps he telephoned, but I was out earlier. He… 15) Maybe he didn’t want to meet us. He… 16) It was stupid of Alan to be rude to his boss. Alan… 17) You made a big mistake leaving the car unlocked. You… 18) It will not be necessary for them to book the tickets for the concert. They… 19) It is not necessary for you to bring the equipment. You… 20) Would you like me to put some more wood in the fire while you are out? Shall… 21) It is not necessary for her to buy everything. She… 22) It wasn’t necessary for him to go to the meeting. He… 23) Would you like us to type these notes for you? Shall…
Rephrasing BACH.
English Department
24) It would have been better if she had not spoken like that.
I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez
She should… 25) Can I cut the grass for you? Shall… 26) Can people under 18 drink alcohol in the United Kingdom? Are… 27) It can’t be a problem to climb the wall. It… 28) Would you like us to help you? Shall… 29) Kindly tell that old woman where the main office is, please. Would… 30) They didn’t let us go into our own house. We weren’t… 31) It would have been better if we hadn’t moved. We should… 32) Do you want us to buy the newspaper from the shop today? Shall… 33) They didn’t let her speak to the audience. She wasn’t… 34) He can’t smoke in the underground. He… 35) If you want my advice, go to the dentist! You… 36) Will you close the door when you leave, please? Do you mind… 37) In my opinion, taking some exercise would be good for you. You… 38) He knows how to play tennis. He… 39) It’s not necessary for you to make your bed. You… 40) Smoking is forbidden in hospitals. You… 41) Will you post this letter for me, please? Do you mind… 42) I’m sure they are at home. The lights are on. They… 43) Maybe your friend will call you on your birthday. Your friend… 44) They don’t allow smoking in this room. You… 45) I’m sure she’s telling lies. She… 46) Perhaps they only open the museum in the morning. They… 47) It’s possible that her boyfriend is coming to the wedding. Her boyfriend… 48) I would like you to read this letter. Would you mind…
Rephrasing BACH.
English Department MODAL VERBS
I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez
Rewrite the following sentences using modals. Do not change the meaning of the original sentences. There may be more than one correct answer. In no country are you allowed to trade with drugs. Drugs are ........................................................................................................................................... 2) I wish you had warned me about that. You........................................................................................................................................... 3) No smoking is allowed in this area. 1)
You ....................................................................................................................................................... 4) We don't have to do all the exercises. We ....................................................................................................................................................... 5) You'd better arrive in time. You...................................................................................................................................... 6) I'm absolutely sure she hasn't gone out with him. She ...................................................................................................................................................... 7) It would have been a good idea to apologize. We........................................................................................................................................................ 8) Perhaps I won't be at home this evening. I............................................................................................................................................................ 9) Come here before midnight. You.................................................................................................................................... 10) You didn't stop at the traffic lights! You.................................................................................................................................... 11) Perhaps they went home earlier. They..................................................................................................................................................... 12) Why didn't you take a bus? There's one stopping just round the corner. You...................................................................................................................................... 13) Why did she take a bus? It's just a two minutes' walk. She....................................................................................................................................................... 14) I’ll sort it out. You don't have to bother. I’ll sort it out. You............................................................................................................. 15) Please let me have a look at your paper. ......................... I ...........................................................................................................? 16) Nobody is allowed to enter the AVE platform without a ticket. You........................................................................................................................................................ 17) I guess this teacher is rather boring. Hardly anybody attends her lessons. This teacher .............................................................................................................................. 18) Do you want me to help you tidy up? Would.........................................................................................................................................? 19) Can you tell me about the course? I would........................................................................................................................................ 20) I want a cup of coffee. I would ....................................................................................................................................... 21) He hates travelling. He can't..................................................................................................................................... 22) My advice is to buy a computer. You ..............................................................................................................................................
Rephrasing BACH.
English Department
I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez
MODAL VERBS
Rewrite the following sentences using modals. Do not change the meaning of the original sentences. There may be more than one correct answer. 1) If I were you, I would complain.
You .......................................................................................................................... complaint. 2) It wasn't necessary to hit the boy, but Peter did. Peter........................................................................................................................... the boy. 3) Is it possible to reach the top on foot? ............................ you..................................................................................................................? 4) I’m sure she hasn't been going out with him. She .............................................................................................................................................. 5) Would it be possible for me to use your phone for a second time? .......................... I ........................................................................................................? 6) You'd better not stay under that balcony. You................................................................................................................................... 7) Where's Hugh? I don't know. Perhaps he's gone out to fetch the paper. I don't know. He .......................................................................................................... 8) She's too stupid! I’m sure he won't fall in love with her. He.................................................................................................................................... 9) Sally: we were seven people travelling in the same car for more that 300 km. John: I guess the journey wasn't a very comfortable one. It........................................................................................................................journey 10) She wishes your had helped her with her paper. You................................................................................................................................... 11) Dogs are not allowed in this restaurant. Dogs ............................................................................................................................................. . 12) Perhaps you'll pass your exam if you study a bit more. You..................................................................................................................................... 13) He is completely sure she was there when he arrived. She.................................................................................................................................... 14) It wasn't necessary for them to buy a new car. They could have repaired the old one. They .............................................................................................................................................. 15) It wasn't easy at the beginning but then I understood it. 16) Firstly l ............................................................. but eventually .............................................. 17) It is unnecessary for you to change your dress. You need............................................................................................................................. 18) It was wrong of you to speak like that. You .............................................................................................................................................. 19) I’ve never been to Rome. It's impossible we met there. We ............................................................................................................................................... 20) Dave isn’t answering the phone. I’m sure he is out. Dave............................................................................................................................................. 21) Perhaps you are right but I don’t think so. You.............................................................................................................................................. 22) Carol knows a lot about films. I’m sure she goes to the cinema a lot. Carol............................................................................................................................................
Rephrasing BACH.
English Department
I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez
23) It’s impossible that he knows it. I didn’t tell him.
Rewrite the following sentences using modals. Do not change the meaning of the original sentences. There may be more than one correct answer. 1.
I believe that there is a service station about 20 kms from here. There _________________________________________________________ 2. You are obligated to stop at the stop sign. You ___________________________________________________________ 3. Travelling at more than 120 KmPH is prohibited. You ___________________________________________________________ 4. It's a good idea for you to eat less meat and more vegetables. You ___________________________________________________________ 5. I have to get up early tomorrow morning. I ____________________________________________________________ 6. I know how to speak a little German. I ____________________________________________________________ 7. When I was young I didn’t get permission to study what I wanted When I was young I ______________________________________________ 8. You are prohibited from entering this building. You __________________________________________________________ 9. It's possible that Sonia knows the answer. Sonia _________________________________________________________ 10. People aren't able to speak a language without knowing the vocabulary. People ________________________________________________________ 11. My advice is that you buy the Ford. You __________________________________________________________ 12. I'm sure John locked the office before leaving. He always does . John _________________________________________________________ 13. If I were you I would tell him the truth. You __________________________________________________________ 14. It isn't necessary for her to phone me back. She __________________________________________________________ 15. Anne finished the project on her own although it wasn't necessary to do so Anne _________________________________________________________ 16. It’s a pity I sold the house If only ________________________________________________________ 17. Perhaps we'll go swimming tomorrow We __________________________________________________________ 18. I think Mary is probably at home because the windows are open Mary _________________________________________________________ 19. Perhaps John knew about the trip, but I'm not sure. John _________________________________________________________ 20. I'm sure he didn't lock the door. He never does. He ___________________________________________________________ 21. Perhaps she was at work when the earthquake struck. She __________________________________________________________ 22. Perhaps we'll rent our house in summer. We __________________________________________________________ 23. It's absolutely necessary that we finish the article today. We __________________________________________________________ 24. It wasn't necessary for him to behave like that. He ___________________________________________________________ 25. You cannot smoke in the underground; it's forbidden. You __________________________________________________________ 26. It's quite possible that they went away last weekend. They _________________________________________________________
Rephrasing BACH. English Department I.E.S. Hermógenes Rodríguez 27. I'm sure Ann didn't send that letter. Ann __________________________________________________________ 28. I didn’t accept his offer and now I regret it. I ____ ________________________________________________________ 29. It is essential that we talk before the meeting starts. We ___________________________________________________________ 30. I don't think Ann robbed the money. It's impossible. Ann ___________________________________________________________ 31. Why don't we go on a camping trip? We ___________________________________________________________ 32. Let's go to Diagonal Mar! We ___________________________________________________________ 33. Perhaps they told John about the party, but I'm not sure. They __________________________________________________________ 34. It isn't necessary for us to book a table; I know one of the waiters . We____________________________________________________________ 35. It's forbidden to drive without fastening your seatbelt You ___________________________________________________________ 36. It's impossible that they knew about the trip; nobody told them . They __________________________________________________________ 37. If I were you I'd do some more exercises. You ___________________________________________________________ 38. Perhaps I go on holiday to MenorcaI _____________________________________________________________ 39. It was a mistake to take the car. If only I hadn't! I _____________________________________________________________ 40. I'm sure something is happening tonight. Look at those preparations! Something ______________________________________________________ 41. It's compulsory for all students to attend lessons Students _______________________________________________________ 42. It's possible that they move to Australia. They __________________________________________________________ 43. I'm sure Helen knows about the accident. She looks very unhappy. Helen __________________________________________________________ 44. Perhaps he hired a van. He ____________________________________________________________ 45. You are not allowed to use the phone without permission. You ___________________________________________________________ 46. If I were you I wouldn't trust John. You ___________________________________________________________ 47. I'm sure she didn't take the key. She ___________________________________________________________ 48. Perhaps I start a new career. I _____________________________________________________________ 49. It was not necessary for you to tell Jan what really happened. You ___________________________________________________________ 50. I regret selling the house. I _____________________________________________________________ 51. It's compulsory for all visitors to show their ID card. All visitors ______________________________________________________
52. It won’t be necessary for them to write to the office again. They_____________________________________________________
