Complete The Sentences With Modals Can, Can’t, Could, Couldn’t:

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1. I'm not in a hurry. I have plenty of time. I _____ wait.

The word "can" is the correct answer because it indicates the ability or possibility to wait. The sentence "I have plenty of time" suggests that there is no rush or urgency, allowing the person to wait patiently.

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This quiz assesses understanding of modal verbs CAN, CAN'T, COULD, and COULDN'T in various sentence structures, enhancing English grammar skills and preparing learners for real-world application and standardized tests.

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

The word "could" implies that Tom had the ability or skill to run 200 meters in 22 seconds when he was 16 years old. This suggests that he was capable of running at a fast pace during that time.

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The word "could" implies that Tom had the ability or skill to run 200 meters in 22 seconds when he was 16 years old. This suggests that he was capable of running at a fast pace during that time.

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3. Can you speak loudly, please? I ____ hear you very well.

The question is asking for the missing word that completes the sentence. The sentence states that the speaker is unable to hear the other person well, indicating a difficulty in hearing. Therefore, the correct answer is "can't," which is short for "cannot" and means the same thing as "unable to."

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

Since you were feeling sick yesterday (in the past), you need to use the past tense to describe your ability to eat. "Couldn't" is the past tense of "can't" and indicates that you were unable to eat anything due to your illness.

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5. "You look exhausted." "Yes, I ____ sleep last night."

The person is saying that they couldn't sleep last night in response to being told that they look exhausted. This implies that the lack of sleep is the reason for their tired appearance.

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The person is saying that they couldn't sleep last night in response to being told that they look exhausted. This implies that the lack of sleep is the reason for their tired appearance.

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6. I'm afraid I _____ come to your party next Saturday.

"Can't" is the appropriate word to express your inability to attend the party. It's a contraction of "cannot" and implies that you are unable to be present at the event.

Explanation

"Can't" is the appropriate word to express your inability to attend the party. It's a contraction of "cannot" and implies that you are unable to be present at the event.

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I'm not in a hurry. I have plenty of time. I _____ wait.

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

Can you speak loudly, please? I ____ hear you very well.

I was feeling terribly sick yesterday. I _____ eat anything.

"You look exhausted." "Yes, I ____ sleep last night."

I'm afraid I _____ come to your party next Saturday.