Study the situations and respond to each one using an appropriate modal verb.


1 You want to go on holiday with your friends this year. Ask your parents for PERMISSION.
...Can I go on holiday with my friends this year?...
2 You are at a job interview. You type fast, you use computers and you speak two foreign languages. Tell the interviewer about your ABILITIES.
3 Your brother is trying to decide what to buy your mother for her birthday. You SUGGESTA box of chocolates.
4 Your jacket is dirty and you want to wear it next week. It is NECESSARY to take it to the dry cleaner's.
5 You want to have a day off work next week. Ask for your boss' PERMISSION.
6 You are in the car with your uncle. It's hot and you want him to open the window. Make a REQUEST.
7 Your mother is going to the shops. She asks you if you want anything. You tell her it ISN'T NECESSARY to get anything for you.