Should and Shouldn't Exercises
A2-B1 Level
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Should is also used for expectations based on logic or plans: "The bus should arrive in ten minutes" (I expect it will based on the timetable). The structure is simple: should / shouldn't + base verb, with no changes for third person (he should, she should, it should — no "s"). Questions are formed by putting "should" before the subject: "Should I call the doctor?" For past regrets or criticism, use "should have" + past participle: "You should have told me earlier" (but you didn't). The word "ought to" has the same meaning as "should" but is less common in everyday English.
Quick Rule
subject + should / shouldn't + base verb
- 1.You should drink more water. (advice)
- 2.She shouldn't eat so much sugar. (recommendation against)
- 3.Should I call the doctor? (asking for advice)
- 4.We should leave now or we'll be late. (suggestion)
- 5.The train should arrive at 3 pm. (expectation)
All 20 questions
Complete each sentence with should or shouldn't. Think about giving advice or saying what is right or wrong. Complete with should or shouldn't.
You look tired. You _____ go to bed early tonight.
It's raining outside. You _____ take an umbrella with you.
The test is tomorrow. He _____ watch TV all night.
You have a headache. You _____ drink some water and rest.
She wants to lose weight. She _____ eat fast food every day.
They want to improve their English. They _____ practice speaking every day.
It's very cold today. You _____ wear a warm coat.
We have an early meeting tomorrow. We _____ stay up late tonight.
Your room is very messy. You _____ clean it this weekend.
He feels sick. He _____ go to work today.
You want to save money. You _____ spend less on clothes and going out.
She has an exam in one hour. She _____ worry too much - she studied hard.
Your friend looks sad. You _____ ask if they need help.
The library is a quiet place. You _____ talk loudly on your phone there.
You feel stressed. You _____ take a break and do something relaxing.
It's late and the neighbours are sleeping. We _____ play loud music now.
Your tooth hurts a lot. You _____ see a dentist soon.
They want to arrive on time. They _____ leave home very late.
She never eats breakfast. She _____ start eating something in the morning - it's healthy.
You already drank three cups of coffee today. You _____ drink more - it's too much.
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