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English File b2.1 Modal Verbs: Ability

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  • I _____do my homework last night. It was too difficult.
    couldn't /wasn't able to
  • Will I ______ change these batteries if they’re the wrong type?
    be able to
  • My cousin _____never find clothes that she likes.
    can
  • You ____ be tired now. It's only 9 o'clock!
    can't
  • It was hard work, but we _____ assemble the furniture in the end.
    were able to / managed to
  • I might _____ leave early from work on Tuesday.
    be able to
  • Laura ____ ride a horse since she was six years old.
    has been able to
  • Simon used to _______ play tennis very well, but he's hopeless now.
    be able to
  • I love ______ buy anything I need in the local shops.
    being able to
  • _____you tell me where the nearest supermarket is, please?
    Could
  • They____ come to the conference because there weren’t any flights.
    couldn't /weren't able to
  • If I got a pay rise I _____ afford a new laptop.
    could / 'd be able to
  • I spent hours looking for my wallet, but I ____it
    couldn't
  • You need to ______swim well if you want to go surfing.
    be able to
  • Dad ____ fix the washing machine, so my parents bought a new one.
    couldn't
  • Daniel____ speak French very well – nobody understands a word he says!
    can't
  • _____ I go to Joe's party on Saturday, please?
    Can