Question

Which one means the same as the sentence given, (a) or (b)? (5 points)
1. It’s possible that they don’t live here any longer.
a They mightn’t live here any longer. b They can’t live here any longer.
2. It isn’t possible that they are twins.
a They mightn’t be twins. b They can’t be twins.
3. It could be that they are not married.
a They mightn’t be married. b They can’t be married.
4. It isn’t possible that there is some milk in the fridge.
a There can’t be any milk left. b There mightn’t be any milk left.
5. I think I saw her go out.
a She mightn’t be at home. b She can’t be at home.

Answer 1

1. It’s possible that they don’t live here any longer. a They mightn’t live here any longer.
2. It isn’t possible that they are twins. b They can’t be twins.
3. It could be that they are not married. a They mightn’t be married.
4. It isn’t possible that there is some milk in the fridge. a There can’t be any milk left.
5. I think I saw her go out. a She mightn’t be at home.