Can is used to show ability.  Can is a modal verb, and it
conjugates as follows:





Can is used to show ability.

  • I can play the piano.
  • I could play the piano 10 years ago.
  • I will be able to play the piano when I finish my piano
    class.

Can is used to make requests:

  • Can you pass the salt please?
  • Can you turn off the music?


Practice using can with these modal tests:

Modals of Ability Test

Modals for Requests Test
modals
modal verbs
Modal Verbs Tests
Present
 Past
 Future
Can
 Could
 Will be able to

Can

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