Can and May Commonly Confused Words Worksheet Directions: Circle the confusing word (can or may) that best completeseach sentence. Example A: (May / Can) I go to the restroom? Answer: May 1. 1 (may / can) finish my work on time. 2. I don't know if I (may / can) get to the game before the start. 3. (May / Can I get something to eat? 4. (May / Can) I sit in the front row of the theatre? 5. I think I (may I can) win the tennis championship. 6. Do you know if you (may / can) win the championship? 7. (May / Can) I ask you an important question? 8. (May / Can) you make sure to finish your homework tonight.