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He ___ talk to her yesterday Fill modal verb in it


Shirasty 8th Nov, 2024
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Prachi Kumari 9th Nov, 2024

Hello,

He could talk to her yesterday.

Depending on the context, "could" is used if you want to indicate ability or permission in the past. If you mean obligation or necessity, use "had to" ; if you mean a failed attempt, use "couldn't" .)

Hope it helps !

Tanya Gupta 9th Nov, 2024

Hello,

The correct sentence with a modal verb is: "He **could** talk to her yesterday."


Here, "could" is used as the past tense of "can," indicating that he had the ability or opportunity to talk to her. Other options like "would" or "might" can also fit, depending on the intended meaning. For example:


- "He *would* talk to her yesterday" (implying willingness).

- "He *might*talk to her yesterday" (suggesting possibility).

kumardurgesh1802 8th Nov, 2024

Hello student,

The correct sentence with a modal verb would be:

"He could talk to her yesterday."

Alternatively, if you’re implying permission or an obligation that didn’t occur, you could use:

  • "He had to talk to her yesterday." (if he was obligated to)
  • "He was able to talk to her yesterday." (if it was possible for him to)

However, could is generally the most straightforward choice.


I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

Thank you and wishing you all the best for your bright future.


Samprikta Mondal 8th Nov, 2024

Some solutions to the modal verb that can fill in the blank are:


1. Should:


He should have talked to her yesterday.

(This tells that it is something which ought to be done but he didn't.)

2. Could:


He could have talked to her yesterday.

(This tells that he has all the chances to talk with her and he didn't.)

3. Might have:


He might have talked to her yesterday.

(This leaves it open that he may have talked to her, though we never know)

The best one is the one that works with your context and meaning.

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