Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Grammar: Modal

Question:

Complete the sentence with a suitable modal.

You ________ bring a change of new clothes, since we may have to stay overnight.

Options:

need to

dare to

ought to

used to

Correct Answer:

ought to

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) - ought to

  • Option 1: need to — Incorrect. While "need to" expresses necessity, it is a semi-modal that requires an auxiliary verb in negatives or questions (e.g., "Do you need to...?"). In this specific sentence structure, it feels less natural than "ought to" for giving advice.

  • Option 2: dare to — Incorrect. "Dare to" is used to express courage or a challenge (e.g., "How dare you!"). It makes no sense in the context of bringing clothes for an overnight stay.

  • Option 3: ought to — Correct. "Ought to" is used to express advice or a recommendation based on a likely situation. Since the second half of the sentence says "we may have to stay overnight," the speaker is giving a strong suggestion to be prepared.

  • Option 4: used to — Incorrect. "Used to" refers to past habits or states that no longer exist (e.g., "I used to swim every day"). It cannot be used to describe a future requirement or recommendation.