The document discusses the uses of the modal verb "can" and its negative form "can't". It explains that "can" expresses ability, such as "My brother can play the piano". It also uses "can" and "can't" to ask for and give permission, like "Can I go to the toilet, please?". Additionally, "can" is used to make requests, for example "Can you close the door, please?". The document provides examples for each use and instructs readers to practice the sentences aloud.

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CAN

2. Can /can’t
Ability
Permission

3. 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.

4. Read the following sentences aloud.

5. My brother can play the piano.

6. Michael Phelps can swim very well.

7. The girl can ride a bike.

8. The babies can’t read.

9. He can’t run 10 km.

10. Can dogs speak?
• No, they can’t.

11. Can cats climb trees?
• Yes, they
can.

12. Can you speak English?
we
• Yes, you can.
I

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

14. Can I go to the toilet, please?

15. Yes, you can.

16. Can I speak to Homer Simpson, please?

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

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

19. Can you close the door, please?

20. Can you turn on the lights, please?

21. Can you pass me some water, please?