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Modal Verbs (Can, Could, May, Might)

Deskripsi :

Memahami dan menggunakan modal verbs untuk menyatakan kemampuan, kemungkinan, dan izin.

Jenjang Pendidikan : SMP
Mata Pelajaran : Bahasa Inggris
Kelas : SMP Kelas 8
Waktu :15 Menit

Jul 08, 2025   |   9 views

Which modal verb is used to express ability to do something in the future?

A. Could
B. May
C. Can
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Can is generally used to express ability in the present and future. Could and might are more often used for past or less certain situations.

I _______ swim well. I've been taking lessons for a year.

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Can indicates present ability. The sentence implies a current skill developed over time.

_______ you help me with this math problem?

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Could is used to politely ask for permission or offer assistance. It's a softer form of request than 'Can'.

It _______ rain later. The weather forecast is uncertain.

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
May and might are used to express possibility or likelihood. 'Might' is less certain than 'May'.

She _______ speak English fluently, but she's still learning.

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Could indicates past ability that is not currently realized. It implies she *was* able to speak English fluently but is no longer.

_______ I borrow your pen?

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Could is a polite way to ask for permission. It suggests a slightly less direct request than 'Can'.

He _______ finish the race if he trains hard.

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Can expresses present ability. It implies he *is* capable of finishing the race with training.

They _______ go to the party if they have enough money.

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
May expresses possibility or likelihood. The sentence suggests they *might* be able to go if they have the money.

_______ she come to the meeting tomorrow?

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
May is used to ask for permission or express possibility. It's a common phrasing when seeking a favor.

I _______ help you with your homework, but I'm very tired.

A. Can
B. Could
C. May
D. Might

Pembahasan :
Could indicates ability to do something in the past or a less certain ability. The sentence suggests he *could* help, but is currently unable due to tiredness.