Advanced Modals worksheet
would rather, it's time, had better, be supposed to
The rule
These expressions use past tense forms for present/future meaning.
4 exercises · 40 questions · answer key on the last page
What is on the sheet
1
would rather / it's time / had better
EasyChoose the correct modal form.
I'd rather you ___ me earlier.
2
be supposed to / may well
MediumChoose the correct expression.
Train ___ arrive at 10:15. Late.
3
Mixed Advanced Modals
HardComplete with the correct modal expression.
I wish I ___ tell you the truth.
4
Rewrite Using Modal Expression
Very HardRewrite using the word(s) given.
Prefer you don't come. (rather)
Using this in class
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