The document discusses the use of the modal verbs "can" and "could" in English to describe abilities. "Can" is used to talk about present or future abilities, while "could" is used to talk about past abilities. Examples are provided showing how to use "can" and "could" with different subjects to discuss present, past, and future abilities.

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por Anabel
Future probability
Mrs. Anabel Montes - English teacher

2. Modals are special auxiliaries that
have meaning. Can & could are used
in English to describe our abilities.
• Use can to talk about present or
future abilities
• Use could to talk about past
abilities

3. Examples . . .
Present Abilities:
1. Melissa can type very quickly.
2.2. I can’t speak Italian,
but I’d like to learn.

4. Past Abilities:
1. Two years ago, they couldn’t buy a
house in San Diego, but now they can.
2. Sara couldn’t attend the party
because she already had plans.

5. Use ___________ or
_____________ to talk about:
• Present abilities
Use ______________ or
______________ to talk
about:
•Abilities in the Past

6. Final Note . . .Final Note . . .
Because CAN and COULD are
auxiliaries, they are used with ALL
subjects in English. For example:
CAN
learn English.
COULD

7. Final Note . . .Final Note . . .
Because CAN and COULD are
auxiliaries, they are used with ALL
subjects in English. For example:
CAN
learn English.
COULD