Worksheet on Modals in Grammar & SPaG

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GCSE
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A worksheet focused on identifying and correcting errors related to modal verbs for GCSE students.

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Worksheet on Modals in Grammar & SPaG

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Grade GCSE
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Introduction to Modals

Modal verbs such as can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would express necessity, possibility, permission, or ability. Correct usage of these modals is essential for clear communication. In the following sentences, some modal verbs are used incorrectly or are absent where they should be present. Your task is to identify and correct these errors.
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Error Correction Exercise

1. She can to swim very well. 2. You musts finish your homework before playing. 3. They might to come to the party later. 4. He shoulds have told the truth. 5. We will go to the park if it will be sunny. 6. May I borrow your book? 7. You could comes with us if you wanted. 8. It must rain today. 9. She can sings beautifully. 10. You shall to pass the test if you study. 11. They might not to arrive on time. 12. He would help if he has time.
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Question 1

Identify the error in the following sentence and correct it.
1.
What is the error with the modal verb in this sentence, and how should it be corrected?
[2 marks]
D

Question 2

Identify and correct the modal error.
1.
What is wrong with the modal verb here, and what is the correct form?
[2 marks]
E

Question 3

Identify the mistake and correct the modal verb usage.
1.
Explain the mistake with the modal 'might' and provide the correct sentence.
[2 marks]
F

Question 4

Identify the error in this sentence involving a modal verb.
1.
What is the mistake with the modal verb 'shoulds', and how should it be written correctly?
[2 marks]
G

Question 5

Correct the modal verb error in the following sentence.
1.
Identify the mistake with the modal 'will' and suggest the correction.
[2 marks]
H

Question 6

Identify the modal error and correct it.
1.
Is there an error in this sentence? If so, what is it and how should it be corrected?
[2 marks]
I

Question 7

Correct the modal verb mistake here.
1.
What is wrong with this sentence's modal verb, and what is the correction?
[2 marks]
J

Question 8

Identify and correct the error in the sentence involving a modal.
1.
Is there an error with this modal usage? If so, what is it and how should it be corrected?
[2 marks]
K

Question 9

Explain the mistake and correct the modal verb in this sentence.
1.
What is wrong with the use of 'can' here, and what is the correct form?
[2 marks]
L

Question 10

Identify the modal error and correct it.
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What is wrong with the modal 'shall' and its usage, and what is the correction?
[2 marks]

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1/1/2026
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