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    This document provides example sentences using modal verbs and asks the reader to rewrite each sentence using modals to have the same meaning as the original. There are two sections, with the first providing 16 examples and the second providing 18 examples of rewriting sentences using modal verbs to maintain the same meaning. The document is aimed at practicing the use of modal verbs to rephrase sentences in an equivalent way.

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    This document provides example sentences using modal verbs and asks the reader to rewrite each sentence using modals to have the same meaning as the original. There are two sections, with the first providing 16 examples and the second providing 18 examples of rewriting sentences using modal verbs to maintain the same meaning. The document is aimed at practicing the use of modal verbs to rephrase sentences in an equivalent way.

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    This document provides example sentences using modal verbs and asks the reader to rewrite each sentence using modals to have the same meaning as the original. There are two sections, with the first providing 16 examples and the second providing 18 examples of rewriting sentences using modal verbs to maintain the same meaning. The document is aimed at practicing the use of modal verbs to rephrase sentences in an equivalent way.

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    This document provides example sentences using modal verbs and asks the reader to rewrite each sentence using modals to have the same meaning as the original. There are two sections, with the first providing 16 examples and the second providing 18 examples of rewriting sentences using modal verbs to maintain the same meaning. The document is aimed at practicing the use of modal verbs to rephrase sentences in an equivalent way.

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    MODALS

    Rephrasing modals 1
    Rewrite the following sentences so that they have the same meaning as the original. Use modal
    verbs.

    1. Taking my computer without saying a word to me was the wrong thing to do.
    You..
    2. Its necessary to wear uniform to work with this firm.
    You
    3. Perhaps Jane is in the garden now.
    Jane
    4. It is idiot from her to take so much fat.
    She..
    5. It was obligatory for them to knock at the door before entering.
    They .
    6. He is definitely stressed.
    He ..
    7. I dont let my son stay out after 11.
    My son .
    8. It is good for us to practice more exercise.
    We..
    9. Theres a tiny opportunity for her to get that job.
    She
    10. It wasnt a good idea to leave the mobile on the table while she wasnt looking.
    She
    11. Were sure they will win the next election.

    They ..
    12. It isnt obligatory to knock at the door before entering.
    You ..
    13. It is forbidden to play any loud music after 12 at night.
    You
    14. Its possible their parents lent them the money for their new house.
    Their parents ..
    15. Laws dont allow young people to drive before they are 18.
    Young people .
    16. Im sure that isnt Joe; hes much taller.
    That .

    Rephrasing Modals 2
    Rewrite the following sentences so that they have the same meaning as the original. Use modal
    verbs.
    1.
    2.
    3.
    4.
    5.
    6.
    7.
    8.
    9.
    10.
    11.

    It isn't necessary for her to phone me back.


    She ..
    Perhaps we'll go swimming tomorrow. 2
    We .
    I think Mary is probably at home because the windows are open.
    Mary
    Perhaps John knew about the trip, but I'm not sure.
    John .
    Perhaps we'll rent our house in summer.
    We ..
    It's absolutely necessary that we finish the article today.
    We
    You cannot smoke in the underground; it's forbidden.
    You .
    It is essential that we talk before the meeting starts.
    We.
    It isn't necessary for us to book a table; I know one of the waiters.
    We.
    It's forbidden to drive without fastening your seatbelt.
    You.
    If I were you I'd do some more exercises.
    You..

    12. Perhaps I go on holiday to Menorca.


    I.
    13. I'm sure something is happening tonight. Look at those preparations!
    Something
    14. It's compulsory for all students to attend lessons
    All students
    15. It's possible that they move to Australia
    They .
    16. I'm sure Helen knows about the accident. She looks very unhappy.
    Helen .
    17. You are not allowed to use the phone without permission.
    You ..
    18. It's compulsory for all visitors to show their ID card.
    All visitors .

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