If you could have any job in the world, what would it be? Modal verbs such as could and would express possibility, as the installment of a compilation of informational handouts describes. A series of tables help explain the strength,...

Verbs can be tricky, especially those modal verbs of probability. Take a look at a wonderful 16-page workbook that uses think-pair-share, critical thinking, skills practice, and discussion to assist learners in using the correct modal...

In this passive voice learning exercise, grammarians fill in the blank with the passive voice of the verb in the parentheses. They then change nine sentences from the active voice to the passive voice. Three exercises develop...

Encourage verb tense awareness by focusing on the passive voice. It could be used with a variety of learners, however, a few of the questions should be modified for younger children. By completing this twenty-six question activity,...

In this writing a modal sentence worksheet, students practice writing a modal sentence for 25 sentences on this worksheet. Students check to make sure each sentence is grammatically correct.

In this modal sentences worksheet, students read statements and choose from multiple choice modal sentences. Students write eight sentences.

In this modal verbs worksheet, students choose the purpose of verbs and fill in the blanks with verbs for sentences. Students complete 2 activities.

Bring your class to the computer lab to read a short passage and practice identifying modals in context. First, they read the short passage about the changing music industry (although the information is dated), and then they answer a set...

In this grammar worksheet, students are introduced to the modals of polite request and are given examples of each. There is an included exercise for students to complete.

In this reading advertisements worksheet, students read an ad for a job as Director of Outreach Programs at a College of Public Health. Students answer 8 true and false questions about the text.

In this modal verbs and expressions learning exercise, students complete a 20 question online interactive exercise. Students choose the correct sentence to match each picture. The content is best suited for adult ESL students.

In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read the ad for the position of Director of Outreach Programs. They then answer the 8 questions on the second page.

How does your data stack up? A hands-on activity asks pupils to collect a set of data by measuring their right-hand reach. Your classes then analyze their data using a free online software program and make conclusions as to the...

In this modals learning exercise, students complete the sentence by adding the appropriate modal verb to the end. Students are given eight sentences to complete.

Helping verbs and modals are the focus of this worksheet. Students read and answer 8 questions in 2 different ways using the past forms of modals. Very good grammatical practice for upper-elementary students.

In this modal verbs of obligation worksheet, students read 18 sentences with missing verbs and fill in the correct modal verb form of "make, let, or to be allowed to".

In this reading for information instructional activity, students read a one page text about healthy living practices. Students then answer 8 multiple choice questions about what they have read.

This activity provides a good review of idiomatic expressions. Not only do students have a chart detailing the different types of meanings, they also are given 25 questions to practice this skill.

When learning vocabulary, learners have to identify the subtleties in word usage. This worksheet, which has students practice basic grammar and vocabulary, requires learners to distinguish the meaning of a word in context in 12 examples.

In this expressing ability worksheet, students read ten sentences that have missing words. From four choices, students complete the sentences by checking all possible completions.

English language learners or young native English speakers practice using the word can in the six sentences provided. They match the beginning of each sentence provided with the appropriate phrases in the word pool. 

In this song lessons worksheet, students listen to the song by Bob Dylan, "Blowin' in the Wind." They search for key phrases that use the words, "How many," and list each one with the noun that follows the phrase. Students listen to the...

In this reading comprehension worksheet, students read a detailed text about the problem of mess yards in residences in a county in Virginia. Students then answer 6 multiple choice questions about the text.

In this expressing ability worksheet, learners read 10 sentences and choose the appropriate multiple choice answer that best completes each sentence grammatically correct.