ESL Grammar: Can

Forms of Can 

Affirmative 

Subject + auxiliary verb + main verb

Example: I can run.

Negative

Subject + auxiliary verb + not + main verb

Example: She can not fly.

Question 

Auxiliary verb + subject + main verb

Example: Can you drive?

Uses of Can

1. This modal verb is used to describe what is possible. You can meet a lot of Spanish speakers in Miami. In this city it can get very hot. 

2. This modal verb is used to describe someone's skill or general abilities. He can jump very high. You can speak many languages. 

3. This modal verb is used to describe the ability to do something at a specific time. I can see you. Help! I can't breathe. 

4. This modal verb is used to ask or give permission. Can I ask a question, please? You can go home now.

ESL Conversation Questions with Can

1. Can you buy an iphone with $200 in your country?

2. How hot can it get during the summer in your country?

3. How many languages can you speak?

4. Can people be married to more than one spouse at the same time in your country?

5. Can you understand me when I talk?

6. What's one special dish you can make?