Question

Выполнить задания 1.We were to meet at five but I … come here in time. a)needn’t b) may not c) can’t d)couldn’t 2. It was so dark, we … see nothing. a) may b) can c) could d) must 3. I was lost and … to ask the policeman the way. a) should b) may c) had d) can 4. … I use your book? I’ve forgotten mine at home. a) should b) may c) ought d) can

Answer 1

1) couldn't
2) could
3) had
4) can

Answer 2

Task 1: We were to meet at five but I … come here in time. a) needn’t b) may not c) can’t d) couldn’t

The correct answer is d) couldn't.

Explanation: The sentence suggests that the person was unable to come to the meeting on time. The word "couldn't" indicates the inability to do something in the past.