Complete the sentence using the correct modal.
We haven't got much time. We ________ hurry.
(A) may
(B) must
(C) can
(D) could
(E) should
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) - B only
Reasoning:
The sentence is —
We haven't got much time. We ______ hurry.
Here, the situation shows necessity and urgency, so the appropriate modal verb is “must.”
Correct sentence:
We haven't got much time. We must hurry.
Explanation of other options:
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may → expresses permission or possibility, not urgency.
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can → expresses ability, not necessity.
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could → expresses past ability or polite suggestion.
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should → expresses advice, but “must” is stronger and more suitable for urgency.