Using CAN for Ability and Request

We will discussing this in our Zoom meeting today.

Can you? Questions

Directions: Which of these questions are asking about ability? Write A in the box.

Which ones are a request for information? Write R in the box.

Answer the questions.

 

A/R	#	Question
	1.	Can you tell us your name?
	2.	Can you type at least 35 words per minute?
	3.	Can you work on the weekends?
	4.	Can you tell us about a time you faced a difficult situation at work and how you handled it?
	5.	Can you lift at least 20 lbs.?
	6.	Can you submit to a drug test?
	7.	Can you start work by the end of this month?
	8.	Can you drive a forklift?
	9.	Can you write and speak English well?
	10.	Can you speak any other languages? If so, which ones?

Speaking Practice

Use "can you please", "could you please", or "would you mind" to make a request.

Practice saying "no" politely. 

Read and practice saying the phrases below.

Read each request and practice saying "no politely".

Use the phrases above. Then, give an explanation or excuse.

Requests from Classmates

1. Can I copy your homework answers?

2. Could you drive me to the school tomorrow?

3. Would you mind watching my child tomorrow night?

4. Would you like to go to the mall with me after class?

5. Can I have your phone number?

Requests in the Workplace 

6. Can you stay late today at work?

7. Can you submit the project to me by the end of the day?

8. Could you come in early tomorrow?

9. Would you mind filing all of these papers for me?

10. Can you attend the training next week?

Requests from Friends

11. Would you like to attend my party this weekend?

12. Could you lend me some money?

13. Could I borrow your car this weekend?

14. Can you watch my dog while I am out of town?

15. Can you help me move my furniture to my new apartment?

Want to learn more phrases to help you say "NO" politely? 

Watch this video!

video link: https://youtu.be/8hpndhXOi0s