ModalVerbsCAN,CAN'T,COULD,COULDN'T

Complete the sentences with the modals CAN, CAN'T, COULD, COULDNT.

1. When Tom was 16, he was a fast runner. He ______ run 200 metres in 22
seconds.
a) Can

b) Could c) Cant d) Couldnt

2. I'm afraid I ______ come to your party next Saturday.

a) Can

b) Could c) Cant d) Couldnt

3. I'm not in a hurry. I've got plenty of time. I _______ wait.

a) Can

b) Could c) Cant d) Couldnt

4. I was feeling terribly sick yesterday. I ________ eat anything.

a) Can

b) Could c) Cant d) Couldnt

5. Can you speak loudly, please? I _______ hear you very well.
a) Can

b) Could c) Cant d) Couldnt

6. "You look exhausted." "Yes, I _________ sleep last night.

a) Can

b) Could c) Cant d) Couldnt

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