He ___ not go out alone at night when he was a child. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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He ___ not go out alone at night when he was a child.

A. can

B. could

C. might

D. may

Answer: Option B

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'Could not' past prohibition/lack of permission.

This question belongs to: English Modals

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