Can I ?

Sue: Mom, can I go out, please?

Mom: No, you can’t. It’s raining.

Sue: Can I have a coke?

Mom: No, you can’t. It isn’t good for you.

Sue: Can I play on the computer?

Mom: No, you can’t. Read a book.

Sue: Oh, Mom! Can I watch TV?

Mom: No, you can’t. Go to your bedroom.

Sue: Oh, good. Can I play with my toys?

Mom: No, you can’t. You can do your homework.

Sue: Work, work, work! Mom, I can’t do my homework.

Mom: Why not?

Sue: My school bag’s at school!