General English Modals Jkssb Mcqs (330 MCQs) | JKSSB & SSC Quiz

General English

Modals jkssb mcqs

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330 Total
Question 321 Discuss

If you had not helped me, I ... have failed miserably.

A
will
B
would
C
can
D
shall

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Would have is the correct structure for the result clause of a third conditional.
Question 322 Discuss

They ... to be here by 9 AM according to the strict instructions.

A
must
B
ought
C
should
D
can

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Ought is the only modal here followed by 'to' expressing expectation.
Question 323 Discuss

He ... have stolen the watch; he is a man of high principles.

A
cannot
B
must not
C
will not
D
ought not

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: A

Cannot have denotes logical impossibility in the past.
Question 324 Discuss

You ... better not miss this opportunity; it is a golden one.

A
should
B
would
C
had
D
could

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Had better is an expression meaning 'should' or 'ought to'.
Question 325 Discuss

... you mind passing me the pepper shaker?

A
could
B
would
C
should
D
might

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Would you mind is a standard polite request.
Question 326 Discuss

The sky is completely clear; it ... not rain today.

A
must
B
will
C
should
D
can

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Will not provides a strong prediction based on clear evidence.
Question 327 Discuss

You ... to respect the elders in your family.

A
should
B
must
C
ought
D
can

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: C

Ought takes 'to' to express moral duty.
Question 328 Discuss

We ... protect the environment for a sustainable future.

A
can
B
might
C
would
D
must

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: D

Must is used for collective strong obligations or duties.
Question 329 Discuss

I ... rather read a book tonight than watch that movie.

A
should
B
would
C
must
D
could

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Would rather is an idiom showing preference.
Question 330 Discuss

He ... have been crazy to jump from that height.

A
should
B
must
C
ought
D
need

Answer & Explanation

Correct Option: B

Must have denotes a strong conclusion based on past evidence.