PMS English MCQs

'Should have' expresses criticism or regret about a past action not performed.
The speaker believes earlier information was the proper action.

'May have' expresses a possible explanation for a past event.
The evidence is suggestive but not conclusive.

'Must be' expresses a strong logical deduction based on evidence.
The long working period makes exhaustion highly likely.

'Must not' expresses prohibition.
'Need not' would mean the action is unnecessary, not forbidden.

'Need not' means there is no necessity to bring food.
It does not imply that bringing food is forbidden.

'Shall we' is commonly used to make a suggestion or seek agreement.
The speaker is proposing that the presentation begin.

'Should' gives advice or recommends a sensible action.
Regular practice is presented as the proper course.

'Cannot be' expresses a strong negative deduction.
The recent sighting at the office makes his being at home impossible.

'Need not have bought' means the action was completed but proved unnecessary.
It differs from 'did not need to,' which may mean the action was not done.

'Must' expresses a strong obligation or legal requirement.
Wearing a seat belt is presented as compulsory.

'May' is used to ask for permission in a polite, formal way.
The sentence requests permission to borrow the pen.

'Could' expresses general ability in the past.
The time phrase 'when she was five' requires a past modal.