Exercise 1. Write down the sentences. Define the meaning of can and could. Translate them into Russian.

a

1. I couldn't see anything in the darkness.

2. Come when you like. I can see you at any moment.

3. It can't be a joke. He means it.

4. Could you pass me the bread, please?

5. You could play the piano very well if you practiced.

6. She couldn't have forgotten to post your letter.

7. One more minute and the child could have been run over by a car.

8. Look! I can lift this chair with one hand.

b

1. He said that no colored man could occupy these houses.

2. He said I could come to his place any time.

3. I can lend you an umbrella if you like.

4. Opposite there is St. Paul's Church where you can hear some lovely music.

5. My friend cannot come in time.

6. Can't you wait till tomorrow morning? - I can wait, but my toothache can't.

7. She hopes she can find the job she's looking for.

8. She could have told me about it.