At a glance
- 1Positive: can + verbI can swim.
- 2Negative: can't + verbI can't fly.
- 3Question: Can + subject + verb?Can you swim?
- 4Short answerYes, I can. / No, I can't.
What can they do?
A fish can swim.
A fish can't walk.
A bird can fly.
A dog can't fly.
A kangaroo can jump very high.
A turtle can't run fast.
The baby can't walk.
My father can cook.
subject+can+verb
- The same for everyone: I can, you can, he can, she can. No -s!
Questions
- Can you swim? Yes, I can.
- Can he drive? No, he can't.
- Can I open the window? (= Is it OK?)
Practice
Answer the questions. Get 7 out of 10 to finish this lesson.