11 General - Unit 7 - Lessons 1 - 2 - Function

Asks about ability?

• Can I see you now?

• Can you see me now?

Indicates obligation?

• I must finish my homework.

• I can't finish my homework.

Makes a request?

• Could we have pizza for dinner?

• We could have pizza for dinner.

Asks for permission?

• May I have an appointment?

• I may have an appointment.

Expresses ability?

• He could go to bed late if he wanted.

• He could use a computer when he was young.

Makes an offer?

• Can you help me?

• I can help you.