Modal verb "can" of ability

A modal is a verb that comes after the main verb.

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Answer explanation

It comes before the main verb.

The modal "can" is a modal of ability.

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• False

Modals are always followed by a conjugated verb.

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• False

Answer explanation

Modals are always followed by a base verb.

A base verb ends with "S", "ED", or "ING" form.

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• False

Answer explanation

A base verb does not end with "S", "ED", or "ING" form.

We use "CAN" to create sentences in the affirmative form.

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Martha and Samuel ______ the violin.

Michelle ____ swim.

We use "CAN'T" + the base form of the verb when someone is NOT able to do something.

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• False

I _____ speak german.

Raquel ____ swim in the ocean.