Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Modal

Question:

Fill in the blank with an appropriate Modal:

______ you like a cup of tea?

Options:

would

shall

could

may

Correct Answer:

would

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → would

"Would you like a cup of tea?" is the most appropriate and polite way to offer something or inquire about someone's preference. The other options don't fit as naturally in this context:

  • Shall is used for suggestions or asking for permission, but not for offering.
  • Could is used to suggest capability or possibility, not for offers.
  • May is used to ask or give permission, not for offering.