_____ you understand basic economics when you were eight?
Could
He _____ get to the meeting on time yesterday because his car broke down.
could
was able to
couldn't
She's absolutely amazing! She's only seven and she _____ speak five languages, including Japanese.
was able to
can
could
He was delighted because he _____ find a taxi and get to the party on time.
could
couldn't
was able to
I _____ lift this armchair – it's so heavy! Could you help me, please?
can't
Find the mistake. >>> I wasn't able translate the text into French because it contained too many unfamiliar expressions.
I wasn't able TO translate...
Find the mistake. >>> When the garage mechanic showed me the bill for the repair, I didn't have enough money on me to pay for it. Fortunately, I could use my credit card this time.
Fortunately, I WAS ABLE TO USE...
Find the mistake. >>> Thank you for your job offer, but I am afraid I couldn't accept it.
...I'm afraid I CAN'T accept it.
Find the mistake. >>> When you finally move into your new flat, you'll can decorate it as you wish.
YOU'LL BE ABLE TO DECORATE...
I could taste and smell the garlic for hours after the meal.
correct
incorrect
Find the mistake. >>> He could run the marathon in less than three hours, although he had not been training regularly for ten days.
He WAS ABLE TO/MANAGED TO RUN...
Find the mistake. >>> Annie managed get tickets for the concert even though it was sold out.
Annie MANAGED TO GET...
