In the sentence given below, the modal ‘should’ expresses:
You have been staring at the laptop since morning, Tanya. You should switch it off and give your eyes a break.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → advice
The speaker sees that Tanya has used the laptop since morning and suggests a break.
| Option | Meaning and use | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) advice (answer) | should tells someone what is good for them to do | You should drink more water in this heat, Raju. |
| (2) something expected to happen | what will probably happen; the speaker is not saying that | The courier should reach your house by Friday. |
| (3) a condition | only when “should” begins the clause in place of “if” | Should it rain, the match will be held indoors. |
| (4) purpose | after lest; there is no “lest” here | Sit in the front row lest you should miss the instructions. |