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C2ProficiencyTopic: Modal verbs

Advanced modals of deduction and criticism

Speculate about the past, criticise missed chances and talk about unnecessary actions with perfect modals.

13 questionsby Grove EnglishAdded 9 Oct 2026

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Perfect modals and formal should

Choose the correct option for each gap.

  1. Judging by the flour all over the kitchen, the children all afternoon.

  2. We because we had priority passes, so we walked straight in.

  3. You so much food; there was already plenty in the fridge.

  4. I suppose I mistaken, but I'm fairly sure I locked the door.

  5. With hindsight, the board the staff before announcing the merger.

  6. you require further information, please contact our office.

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