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FCE 3 (OW) | U12p166: Expressing Ability

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  • _____ you understand basic economics when you were eight?
    Could
  • Find the mistake. >>> Annie managed get tickets for the concert even though it was sold out.
    Annie MANAGED TO GET...
  • 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...
  • I _____ lift this armchair – it's so heavy! Could you help me, please?
    can't
  • I could taste and smell the garlic for hours after the meal.
    incorrect
    correct
  • 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...
  • 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. >>> 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...
  • I've searched everywhere for my car keys, but I _____ find them anywhere.
    couldn't
    can't
    was able to
  • She's absolutely amazing! She's only seven and she _____ speak five languages, including Japanese.
    can
    could
    was able to
  • 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.
  • He was delighted because he _____ find a taxi and get to the party on time.
    was able to
    couldn't
    could
  • He _____ get to the meeting on time yesterday because his car broke down.
    was able to
    couldn't
    could