Question

Activity 3

Use the correct modal for each statement. Underline your answer.

1. The government (can, cannot) flatten the curve if the public will not follow health and safety protocols. 2.

Health and safety standards like frequent handwashing (must, mustn't) be followed during a pandemic.

3. You (should, shouldn't) always assume that you can't be infected by the deadly virus even when you think that you are fit and healthy. 4

. The sacrifices that health workers are making in safeguarding the public from the virus (should, should not) serve as a reminder that the situation calls for everybody's cooperation.

5. Health risks (can, cannot) justify any irresponsible actions during a pandemic.

Answer 1

The correct modals for each statement are: 1. cannot, 2. must, 3. should, 4. should, 5. cannot.

Step-by-step explanation:

1. The government cannot flatten the curve if the public will not follow health and safety protocols.

2. Health and safety standards like frequent handwashing must be followed during a pandemic.

3. You should always assume that you can't be infected by the deadly virus even when you think that you are fit and healthy.

4. The sacrifices that health workers are making in safeguarding the public from the virus should serve as a reminder that the situation calls for everybody's cooperation.

5. Health risks cannot justify any irresponsible actions during a pandemic.