Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Modal

Question:

Fill in the blanks with the correct modal
There are plenty of fruits in the fridge. You _____ buy any.

Options:

mustn't

needn't

shouldn't

must

Correct Answer:

needn't

Explanation:

The correct answer is OPTION 2 -needn't

 

  • The sentence means it’s not necessary to buy fruits because there are already plenty.

  • "Needn't" expresses lack of necessity, which fits best.

  • mustn't = not allowed (too strict)

  •  shouldn't = not advisable (more of a warning)

  •  must = necessary (opposite meaning)

 So, the correct sentence is:
"There are plenty of fruits in the fridge. You needn't buy any."