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Level 3: Intermediate >> Grammar Worksheets >> Students have to choose the correct modal verb to complete a sentence describing a sign.

Modal Signs

For each sign, complete the sentence. Each sentence includes examples of modal verbs for obligation, permission and possibility.

Here are some suggested answers.

No Smoking

You can't SMOKE HERE.

Admission Free

You don't have TO PAY.

Keep In Cool Place

You should PUT IN A COOL PLACE.

Keep Off The Grass

You shouldn't WALK ON THE GRASS.

Fresh Fruit For Sale

You can BUY FRESH FRUIT HERE.

Public Footpath

You can't PARK YOUR CAR HERE.

Private Property

You mustn't ENTER HERE WITHOUT PERMISSION.

Cheaters Will Be Expelled

You can't CHEAT IN THIS EXAM.

New Course Begins Tonight

You can START A NEW COURSE TONIGHT.

Don't Iron

You can't IRON THIS ITEM OF CLOTHING.

Donations Welcome

You don't have TO PAY.