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1. Can / can’t Ability Permission TEACHER: Paola Velez Aliaga Semestre: VI

2. Expressing ability We use the modal verb “Can” to express that we know how to do something . The negative form is “ can’t ” or “ cannot ” (more formal). “Can” and “ can’t ” are always followed by a verb in the infinitive .

3. Read the following sentences .

4. My brother can play the piano.

5. Michael Phelps can swim very well .

6. The girl can ride a bike .

7. The babies ca n’t read .

8. He ca n’t run 10 km.

9. Can dogs speak ? No , they can’t .

10. Can cats climb trees ? Yes, they can .

11. Can you speak English ? we Yes, you can . I

12. Expressing permission We also use can / can’t to ask for and give permission .

13. Can I go to the toilet , please ?

14. Yes, you can.

15. Can I speak to Homer Simpson, please ?

16. No, you can’t . He’s sleeping at the moment .

17. Requests And we use “can” to ask somebody to do something ! Can you …….., please ?

18. Can you close the door , please ?

19. Can you turn on the lights , please ?

20. Can you pass me some water , please ?