Question

Choose the correct modal
I......swim across the river.

Answer 1

Can is the answer thanks

Answer 2

I can swim across the river.

The modal 'can' is used to express an ability in the given statement.

Modals

• Modals are auxiliary or simple verbs used along with main verbs in a sentence.
• These are used to express an intent, ability, possibility, allow permission, request or offer something,  suggestions, obligations, invitations, and hypothetical conditions.
• Some of the modals include can, could, ought, shall, might, must, etc.
• A modal should be chosen depending upon the meaning conveyed in a statement.
• The infinitive form (without to) of the main verb is used and a modal always precedes this main verb.