Speak with Confidence: Modal Verbs for Class 7

This worksheet introduces Class 7 learners to the use of modal verbs—helping verbs that express ability, possibility, permission, advice, and necessity. Through varied exercises, learners practice identifying, completing, and applying modal verbs in real-life contexts.

Why Modal Verbs Matter in Grammar?

Modal verbs enrich the tone and intent of sentences. For Class 7 learners, mastering modals is essential because:
1. They help express polite requests, suggestions, and obligations.
2. They support flexible and clear communication.
3. They are widely used in both formal and everyday speech.
4. They prepare students for advanced sentence construction and comprehension.

What’s Inside This Worksheet?

This worksheet includes six structured grammar exercises to build comfort and clarity in using modal verbs:

🧠 Exercise 1 – Identify the Modal and Its Function
Students underline the modal verb and label its function (e.g., advice, necessity, permission, possibility).

✏️ Exercise 2 – Sort Modals by Function
Learners sort example sentences into four functional groups based on the modal’s use: Advice, Necessity, Permission, Possibility.

📋 Exercise 3 & 4 – Fill the Blank + Fix the Error
Part A requires inserting the correct modal in blank spaces. Part B includes incorrect modal usage for students to identify and correct.

📝 Exercise 5 – Rewriting with Appropriate Modals
Students rewrite basic sentences using the correct modal based on the hint provided (e.g., insert a modal of ability or obligation).

📚 Exercise 6 – Modal Dialogue Writing
Learners craft a realistic dialogue between two classmates using at least four modal verbs representing different functions.

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)

Exercise 1 – Identify Modal & Function
1. may – permission
2. must – necessity
3. might – possibility
4. can – ability
5. ought to – advice
6. could – ability
7. need to – necessity
8. will – certainty/future
9. dare – challenge
10. should – advice

Exercise 2 – Sentence Sorting

Advice:
- You should sleep earlier.
- We should be more careful.
- They ought to clean their room.

Necessity:
- You must wear your helmet.
- You need to complete the form.

Permission:
- May I use your pencil for a moment?
- Can we go outside for a short break?

Possibility:
- He might forget the instructions.
- She may arrive late.
- You mustn’t be rude.

Exercise 3 – Fill in the Blanks                 Exercise 4 – Sentence Correction
1. should                                                1. You must bring your notebook.
2. might                                                 2. He can solve the puzzle quickly.
3. must                                                   3. We might go out later.
4. May                                                    4. She ought to finish her homework now.
5. should                                                5. They should listen carefully.
6. might                                                 6. You may open the window.
7. must                                                   7. He could run very fast.
8. need to                                              8. You mustn’t be late.
9. may                                                    9. Shall we start the game?
10. could                                               10. They need help with the task.

Exercise 5 – Sentence Rewriting
1. You must submit your work.
2. He should speak politely.
3. May I enter the room?
4. It might rain today.
5. They ought to be on time.
6. You should not shout at him.
7. She can solve the puzzle.
8. May I borrow your pen?
9. She might visit us.
10. We need to leave now.

Exercise 6 – Sample Dialogue
**Anika**: We should finalize the event theme today.  
**Ravi**: Yes, and we must submit the plan by tomorrow.  
**Anika**: Do you think we might need more chairs?  
**Ravi**: That’s possible. Also, may I book the AV room in advance?

Includes:
- Advice: should
- Necessity: must
- Permission: may
- Possibility: might
- Tense spread: present, future, modal constructs

Build stronger communication skills with this practical Class 7 worksheet on modal verbs—perfect for writing, speaking, and exam prep.
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