3. Paraphrase the following sentences using modals or their equivalents. More than one variant is possible. 1) Perhaps Alice is in the laboratory. 2) Why don’t you ask the technician to give you a hand? 3) I’m sure Andy didn’t reveal the data. 4) Consult your doctor if there is any doubt about your ability to use a scooter safely. 5) We are supposed to obey the rules and instructions. 6) It wasn’t necessary for you to declare a full range of services. 7) You are forbidden to enter this area. 8) We managed to do the task, although it was it was difficult. 9) Do you mind if I use your laptop? 10) I strongly advise you to take legal actions. 11) You don’t need to charge the battery. I’ve already done it. 12) I’m certain you haven’t locked the doors. 13) You are to take a training course in a week.
- The word "perhaps" suggests that there is a possibility or uncertainty. Using the modal "may" reflects this uncertainty.
2) Why not ask the technician to give you a hand?
- The phrase "Why don't you" implies a suggestion or encouragement. Using the modal "not" in this way is equivalent to using the negative form of "do".
3) Andy must not have revealed the data.
- The phrase "I'm sure" indicates confidence or certainty. Using the modal "must" reflects this certainty.
4) You should consult your doctor if there is any doubt about your ability to use a scooter safely.
- The word "should" suggests a recommendation or advice. Using the modal "should" reflects this recommendation.
5) We should obey the rules and instructions.
- The phrase "are supposed to" implies an obligation or recommendation. Using the modal "should" reflects this obligation or recommendation.
6) It wasn't necessary for you to declare a full range of services.
- The phrase "wasn't necessary" suggests that it was not required. Using the modal "didn't have to" reflects this lack of requirement.
7) You must not enter this area.
- The phrase "are forbidden to" indicates a prohibition or restriction. Using the modal "must not" reflects this prohibition.
8) We were able to do the task, although it was difficult.
- The phrase "managed to" indicates accomplishment or success despite difficulty. Using the modal "were able to" reflects this accomplishment.
9) Do you care if I use your laptop?
- The phrase "do you mind" implies a polite request for permission. Using the modal "care" reflects the intention to ask for permission.
10) I highly recommend you to take legal actions.
- The phrase "strongly advise" indicates a strong recommendation. Using the modal "recommend" reflects this recommendation.
11) You don't have to charge the battery. I've already done it.
- The phrase "don't need to" implies lack of necessity. Using the modal "don't have to" reflects this lack of necessity.
12) I'm certain you haven't locked the doors.
- The word "certain" suggests confidence or certainty.Using the modal "haven't" reflects this certainty.
13) You have to take a training course in a week.
- The phrase "are to" implies an obligation or requirement. Using the modal "have to" reflects this obligation or requirement.