JAMB Use of English 1991 Question 50

Question 50

Tenses

Choose the word(s) or phrase(s) which best fill(s) the gap(s): I know I ________ read more, but I am tired

  1. A.may
  2. B.ought to
  3. C.would
  4. D.could
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (ought to)

Explanation

'Ought to' expresses duty: I know I should read more.