


I. Match the verbs with the definition:
1. CAN
2. MAY
( ) It is if you are capable of doing something.
( ) It is asking for permission.
II. Watch the movie segment and check your answers.
III. Now read the dialog between a Brazilian teacher of English and a Brazilian student. Then complete the blanks with Can or May.
*Cultural note:
The native language spoken in Brazil is Portuguese.
T - Hello, students.
S - Hello, teacher. __________ I go to the restroom?
T - Not now. After class, OK?
S - Okay. _______ I speak Portuguese*?
T - Only if it is really important. Is it?
S - No, it isn't. __________ I do the homework now?
T - Not now. It is HOME work, dear.
S - Okay, teacher. But _______ I do the homework or is it very difficult?
T - The homework is easy, relax.
S - ____ I speak English like an American?
T - Well, not now, but in a near future...
S - Great! _______ I drink some water now?
Answer key:
I. 1, 2
III. may, may, may, can, can, may