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Literature 2

A. Read the pairs of sentences and write S if they have the same meaning or D if the meaning is
different.

1. You don’t need to do the washing-up. I’ll do it later.
You don’t have to do the washing-up. I’ll do it later.

2. He could apologise for his mistake and make amends.
He must apologise for his mistake and make amends.

3. Some people can’t swim because they’re afraid of the water.
Some people aren’t able to swim because they’re afraid of the water.
4. Vincent and Sonia couldn’t join us for dinner.
Vincent and Sonia may not join us for dinner.

5. We can’t exceed the speed limit on this road.
We mustn’t exceed the speed limit on this road.
6. Your sister ought not to ignore her responsibilities.
Your sister shouldn’t ignore her responsibilities.

7. He might consider taking a different approach to solve the problem.
He should consider taking a different approach to solve the problem.
8. If I had saved enough money, I would be able to travel round the world.
If I had saved enough money, I could travel round the world.

B. Complete the sentences with the right modal and the verbs in brackets. More than one answer is
possible.

1. (I/have) your attention, please? We have an important announcement to
make.

2. You (submit) your application before the deadline if you want to be considered
for the scholarship.

3. Alessia (apologise) for her behaviour. It was rude and disrespectful.

4. (we/go) out for dinner tonight? I heard there’s a new Chinese restaurant in
town.

5. When I was younger, I (spend) hours reading books every day.

6. Students (not use) their mobiles during exams. It’s against the school’s rules.

7. You (worry) about picking me up from the airport tomorrow. I’ve arranged for a
taxi to take me home.

8. (you/lend) Oscar a helping hand with setting up the party decorations?

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