Modals of ability

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What are modals of ability?

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Modals of ability are auxiliary verbs used to express someone's ability to do something. Examples include 'can', 'could', and 'can't'.

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What is the modal verb used to express present ability?

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The modal verb 'can' is used to express present ability.

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What is the modal verb used to express past ability?

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The modal verb 'could' is used to express past ability.

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How do you express inability in the present?

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You can express inability in the present using 'can't'.

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How do you ask someone about their ability in the present?

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You can ask about someone's ability in the present using 'Can you...?'.

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How do you ask someone about their ability in the past?

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You can ask about someone's ability in the past using 'Could you...?'.

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Fill in the blank: She __________ swim very well. (present ability)

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can

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Fill in the blank: When I was younger, I __________ ride a horse. (past ability)

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could

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Fill in the blank: He __________ play the piano when he was five. (past ability)

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could

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Fill in the blank: They __________ finish their homework on time. (present inability)

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can't