Which of the following sentences has a ‘modal verb’?
2018
Which of the following sentences has a ‘modal verb’?
- A.
He is flying a kite.
- B.
His father knows me well.
- C.
Ram is an intelligent boy.
- D.
Her mother ought to know what she is doing in Mumbai.
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Correct answer: D
The sentence that contains a modal verb is Option D: "Her mother ought to know what she is doing in Mumbai."
Understanding Modal Verbs
Modal verbs are special auxiliary verbs used to express ability, permission, possibility, necessity, or obligation. Common examples include can, could, may, might, must, shall, should, will, would, and ought to.