Permission (can/may/could) exercises — Set 5: Permission vs Obligation vs Prohibition (Worksheet)

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Employees wear a uniform. It's compulsory.

2

You use this coupon until the end of the month.

3

You touch the paintings in the gallery. It is strictly forbidden.

4

You submit the report by Friday. It's the deadline.

5

Students bring a dictionary to the exam if they want to.

6

You drive without a seatbelt. It's against the law.

7

Visitors register at reception before entering the building.

8

You take the exam again if you didn't pass. It's not required.

9

You borrow my car this weekend. I won't need it.

10

All visitors show ID at the entrance.

11

You park in the disabled spaces unless you have a permit.

12

You pay in cash or by card — whatever you prefer.

13

All passengers fasten their seatbelts during landing.

14

You enter the exam room after the test has started.

15

You bring your own food to the picnic area.

16

Staff attend the training session. Attendance is mandatory.

17

You leave your personal belongings unattended.

18

Members use the gym facilities free of charge.

19

You wear a tie to the meeting. It's optional.

20

Guests check out before 11 a.m. Late checkout will incur an extra charge.

Permission (can/may/could) exercises online (Worksheet)

Distinguish between permission (can/may), obligation (must/have to), and prohibition (mustn't/can't). Choose the correct modal verb based on the meaning of each sentence. Pay special attention to the difference between 'mustn't' (forbidden) and 'don't have to' (not necessary).