Question

Complete the statement with a suitable modal auxiliary:
"I think it would be a good idea to see a specialist," the doctor said to me.
The doctor recommended that ____________.

• A. I will see a specialist
• B. I should see a specialist
  
• C. I would see a specialist
  
• D. I must see a specialist
  

Answer 1

The correct option is B I should see a specialist

Modal Verbs show us the attitude of the speaker to what is being said or done. The term "modal" means expressing mood and mood is a way to express the attitude of the speaker.

The sentence requires a mood of recommendation or an advice regarding what is right.

Therefore option B is correct as it expresses a mood of giving advice.

Whereas option A expresses certainty in future actions;

option C expresses uncertain future actions;

option D suggest extreme obligation. Thus option A, C, D are incorrect answers.