Past abilities D. Complete the dialogues with could or was able to.
For example:
1 A: Can you use a PC?
B: Yes, I can. In fact, I could use a PC when I was 12! (general ability)
2 A: So, were you late for the interview?
B: No. Sue gave me a lift, so I was able to get there in time. (one occasion)
1 A: What foreign languages can you speak?
B: I speak Italian quite fluently when I was a child, but I’ve
forgotten a lot.
2 A: What was your greatest achievement in your previous job?
B: Well, I reorganise the Sales Department in less than a
month.
3 A: What did you like best about your previous job?
B: Well, my boss really trusted me, so I use my own initiative
at all times.
4 A: So you worked in Turkey three years ago. Could you give us
some details?
B: Certainly. As a matter or fact, I win a very important
contract.
5 C: So how did the interview go?
B: Fine, I think. I answer all the questions!