I ___ not attend the event because I was out of town. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

I ___ not attend the event because I was out of town.
A. may
B. can
C. could
D. might
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
'Could not' past inability.

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Question #1
He ___ have forgotten about the meeting; it's not like him.
A. mustn't
B. shouldn't
C. wouldn't
D. can't

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
'Can't have' past impossibility.

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Question #2
We ___ get there before dark if we hurry.
A. should
B. can
C. may
D. must

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
'Can' indicates ability/possibility.

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Question #3
You ___ not touch the animals in the petting zoo unless supervised.
A. need
B. may
C. can
D. must

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
'Must not' safety rule.

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