Question

Fill in the gaps with can, can't, could, couldn't or was/wasn't able to.

1 I had my hands full, so I ...couldn't/wasn't able to... open the door.

2 When I was young, I … stand on my head.

3 Although he felt ill, he … finish all the paperwork.

4 Tony is clever. He … speak three languages.


5 I … afford that bag. It's too expensive.

6 Although it was dark, he … find his way through the woods.

7 I heard his voice calling me, but I … see him.

8 We're busy tonight, so we … come to the party.

9 When I entered the house, I … smell fresh bread baking.

10 I … drive a car. I learnt when I was eighteen.

Answer 1

1. couldn't

2. could

3. was able to

4. can

5. can

6. was able to

7. couldn't

8. can't

9. could

10. can