Practice Can/could (6.1.1) - Module 1: Foundations of English Grammar (Language)

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Question 1.
Fill in the blanks with 'can' or 'could': 'I ___ speak three languages.'
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Think about the present ability.
Question 2.
Identify if the following statement uses 'can' or 'could': 'When I was a child, I ___ climb trees.'
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Look for the past ability.
3Question 3.
What does 'can' express in a sentence?
- Past ability
- Present ability
- Future possibility
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Think about what you can do right now.
4Question 4.
'Could' is primarily associated with which tense?
- True
- False
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Reflect on the timeline of ability.
Question 5.
Discuss a situation where you might prefer to use 'could' over 'can' when making a request. Explain why.
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Consider the context of your request and the relationship with the person.
Question 6.
Draft a short paragraph using both 'can' and 'could' correctly in the past and present contexts.
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Remember to check the tense with each verb usage.

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