The document explains the usage of the verb 'can' to express ability and permission. It illustrates several examples, such as asking if someone can perform an action or give permission for an action. Additionally, it highlights the negative form 'can’t' or 'cannot' to indicate inability or refusal.

1. Can /can’t
1.- Ability (habilidad)
2.- Permission (permiso)

2. Expressing ability
We use the verb “Can” to express
that we know how to do
something.
(Usamos el verbo “can” para
expresar que sabemos como hacer
algo)

3. My brother can play the
piano.
CAN = PODER

4. Michael Phelps can swim very
well.

5. The girl can ride a bike.

6. The negative form is “can’t” or
“cannot” (more formal).
La forma negativa es “CAN’T”
o “CANNOT”

7. The babies can’t read.

8. He can’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?
Yes, we can.
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12. Expressing
permission
We also use can /can’t to
ask for and give permission.
(También usamos can /can’t
para pedir y dar permiso)

13. Can I go to the bathroom, 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. Request(Solicitar)
And we use “can” to ask somebody to do
something!
Can you close the door, please?
Y usamos “can” para pedirle a alguien a hacer
algo
Puedes cerrar la puerta, por favor?

18. Can you close the door, please?

19. Can you turn on the lights,
please?