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English — Language and Literature (184) — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
Select the correct option to fill in the blank for the given sentence : _____ you help me cross the road, young man ?
  1. (a) Will
  2. (b) May
  3. (c) Shall
  4. (d) Might
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2023 2/6/1 Q3 (iii)
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Model Answer

The correct option is (a) Will — "Will you help me cross the road, young man?" ('Will' is used to make a polite request.)

Explanation

'Will' is used for polite requests in everyday conversation. 'May' and 'Might' express possibility/permission, and 'Shall' is used for offers or suggestions (typically with I/we), not requests directed at others. Examiners expect students to know the functional use of modals.

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