Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).

If you want to catch the first flight, you may leave now.

(1) must

(2) ought to

(3) could

(4) No improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: (1)


Solution : The correct choice is the first option .

It suggests that the person has no choice but to leave now, or he will miss the flight. The modal verb "must" is used to express a compulsory action, while the other options denote a sense of probability.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Could : It denotes a sense of probability.
  • Ought to : It is used to indicate duty or correctness , typically when criticising someone's actions.

Therefore, the correct sentence is, "If you want to catch the first flight, you must leave now."

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