Rephraising 4

Complete the sentences. Use a suitable modal or modal perfect. Do not change the original meaning of the sentences. 

1.  Perhaps I can help you find a place to stay.

     I ........................................................................................................................  .

2.  Phone Evan immediately!

     You ...................................................................................................................  .

3.  It isn’t necessary for Simon to attend the meeting.

     Simon ...............................................................................................................  .

4.  I don’t believe this bag is an imitation – it’s too expensive.

     This bag ...........................................................................................................  .

5.  Perhaps Penelope Cruz starred in that film – I don’t remember.

     Penelope Cruz .................................................................................................  .

6.  I know that it was wrong of me not to phone you.

     I ........................................................................................................................  .

Key

1. I might / may be able to help you find a place to stay.

2. You must / have to phone Evan immediately!

3. Simon doesn’t have to / needn’t attend the meeting.

4. This bag can’t be an imitation – it’s too expensive.

5. Penelope Cruz might / may have starred in that film – I don’t remember.

6. I should have / ought to have phoned you.