Abilities

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What does 'ability' mean?

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The power or skill to do something.

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What is an example of a physical ability?

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Running fast.

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What does 'was able to' indicate?

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It shows that someone had the ability to do something in the past.

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What does 'couldn't' mean?

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It means that someone did not have the ability to do something.

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What is the difference between 'can' and 'could'?

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'Can' is used for present ability, while 'could' is used for past ability.

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What does 'was not able to' indicate?

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It shows that someone did not have the ability to do something in the past.

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What is an example of a mental ability?

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Solving math problems.

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What does 'can’t' mean?

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It means that someone does not have the ability to do something.

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What is an example of a learned ability?

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Riding a bicycle.

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What does 'were able to' indicate?

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It shows that a group had the ability to do something in the past.