Understanding 'Can', 'Could', and 'Would'

Understanding 'Can', 'Could', and 'Would'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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The video tutorial explains the differences between 'can', 'could', and 'would' in making requests. 'Can' is used for ability, 'could' for past ability and possibility, and 'would' for unreal situations and past habits. When making requests, 'can' and 'could' imply uncertainty about the ability to help, with 'could' being more formal. 'Would' is used when the speaker is sure of the ability but unsure of willingness, making it a polite request.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of using 'can', 'could', and 'would' in this video?

To discuss hypothetical situations

To express ability

To make requests

To describe past habits

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is commonly used to express ability in the present?

Could

Would

Can

Should

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is 'could' typically used in terms of time?

For hypothetical situations

For present abilities

For future possibilities

For past abilities

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what context is 'would' often used?

For formal requests

For expressing certainty

For present abilities

For hypothetical situations

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When making requests, which word is considered more formal?

Should

Can

Could

Would

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main difference between 'can you' and 'could you'?

'Can you' is more formal

'Can you' is used for past abilities

'Could you' is used for hypothetical situations

'Could you' is more polite

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is used when the speaker is not sure if the listener can help?

Could

Can

Would

Should

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