Modal verbs 2SEC

SEP Content: Use English in cultural and artistic expressions that promote an inclusive society.Learning: Modal verbs for ability (can/can’t and could/ couldn’t)

Listening

Music and dance can bring people together. Around the world, people from different cultures share their traditions through songs and movements. In Mexico, traditional dances like the Jarabe Tapatío are well-known. People can perform these dances to celebrate their culture and history.Years ago, people couldn't share their music as easily as today. They didn’t have the internet to listen to songs from other countries. But now, we can listen to music from anywhere in the world with just a click. We can also learn different styles of dance, like ballet or hip hop, to express ourselves.Dancers can’t perform without practice. They need to work hard to improve their skills. But anyone who practices can become better, and they can learn dances from many cultures. Music and dance are beautiful ways to show that we all belong in the same world.

The art of music and dance

SEP Content: Use English in cultural and artistic expressions that promote an inclusive society.Learning: Modal verbs for ability (can/can’t and could/ couldn’t)

Reading and listening

SEP Content: Use English in cultural and artistic expressions that promote an inclusive society.Learning: Modal verbs for ability (can/can’t and could/ couldn’t)

Grammar: Modal verbs for ability (can/can't and could/couldn't)

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Complete the sentences with can, can’t, could, or couldn’t. Select the word to fill the blanks.

• In the past, people __________ listen to music from other cultures online.

• Dancers __________ improve if they don’t practice every day.

• Today, we __________ learn about different cultures through music and dance.

• Many years ago, people __________ share their traditional music on the internet.

• Everyone __________ enjoy cultural festivals and learn from them.

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SEP Content: Use English in cultural and artistic expressions that promote an inclusive society.Learning: Modal verbs for ability (can/can’t and could/ couldn’t)

Writing

Write 3 sentences about things you can or can’t do, and 2 sentences about something you could or couldn’t do when you were younger.Use examples related to music, dance, or other cultural expressions.

Things I can or can’t do...Example: I can’t play the guitar very well.

Things I could or couldn’t do when I was young...Example: I could sing in the school choir when I was 8 years old.

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