Modal Verbs (Obligation & Advice) for Class 6: Enhancing Grammar Skills

This Grade 6 worksheet focuses on using modal verbs for expressing obligation and advice. Through engaging exercises, students will learn how to use modals like must, should, have to, and ought to to talk about what they need to do (obligation) and what they are advised to do (advice). The worksheet includes underlining modal verbs in sentences, choosing the correct sentence structure, and rewriting sentences with the appropriate modals.

By completing this worksheet, students will:

• Learn how to use modal verbs for expressing obligation (e.g., must, have to).
• Understand how to use modal verbs for giving advice (e.g., should, ought to).
• Improve sentence structure and fluency by using modal verbs correctly in different contexts.

Answer Key:

Exercise No. 1 – Underline the Modal Verb Showing Obligation or Advice in Each Sentence:

1. You must clean your room before playing outside.
   Modal Verb: must (Obligation)
2. They must finish their project by tomorrow.
   Modal Verb: must (Obligation)
3. He should be kind to others at all times.
   Modal Verb: should (Advice)
4. She should always be on time for her appointments.
   Modal Verb: should (Advice)
5. You should take your umbrella; it’s going to rain.
   Modal Verb: should (Advice)
6. He should talk to his parents about his grades.
   Modal Verb: should (Advice)
7. She should drink more water to stay healthy.
   Modal Verb: should (Advice)
8. You must follow the instructions carefully.
   Modal Verb: must (Obligation)
9. We must respect others' opinions.
   Modal Verb: must (Obligation)
10. They must practice hard to win the game.
    Modal Verb: must (Obligation)

Exercise No. 2 – Choose the Correct Sentence:

1. a) You must complete your homework before you go out.
2. a) She should eat more vegetables.
3. a) They must be on time for the meeting.
4. a) You should study for the test.
5. a) We must follow the rules.
6. a) He should visit the doctor regularly.
7. a) You must wear a helmet while riding a bike.
8. a) She should exercise every day.
9. a) We must be careful when crossing the road.
10. a) You should take a break after working for an hour.

Exercise No. 3 – Apply the Rule to Rewrite Each Sentence Correctly:

1. It’s important to brush your teeth every morning.
2. He is expected to arrive at the airport two hours before the flight.
3. It is a good idea to eat healthy food every day.
4. You need to finish the assignment by tomorrow.
5. You should visit your grandmother more often.
6. It’s necessary to wear a jacket in cold weather.
7. They must not talk loudly during the movie.
8. You need to be patient when waiting in line.
9. She should not forget to bring her book to class.
10. You should apologize if you hurt someone’s feelings.

Exercise No. 4 – Fill in the Blanks:

1. must
2. must
3. should
4. should
5. should
6. must
7. must
8. should
9. must
10. should

Exercise No. 5 – Sample Answer for Paragraph Writing:

A family trip is a wonderful way to bond and make lasting memories. To prepare for a fun family trip, first, you should decide on a destination and plan the travel arrangements. It’s important to pack all necessary items, such as clothes, snacks, and personal care products. You must check the weather forecast to pack accordingly. Once you arrive, it’s a good idea to explore the area and try new activities together. You should also make sure to take plenty of photos to remember the trip. Most importantly, relax and enjoy the time with your family. A fun family trip will create unforgettable experiences.

Help your child master the use of modal verbs for obligation and advice with a fun and interactive grammar lesson.
 

Book a free trial!