ГДЗ GRAMMAR Verb patterns: gerunds and infinitives 1 Look at the example sentences. Then complete the rules about ver...

GRAMMAR Verb patterns: gerunds and infinitives

1 Look at the example sentences. Then complete the rules about verb patterns.

1. We use the gerund (-ing form) after prepositions: about, at, for (also by, of, with, etc.)
2. We use the infinitive + to after some verbs: try, decide, forget (also choose, learn, hope, plan, need, want)
3. We use the gerund after some verbs: stop, miss (also finish, don't mind)
4. We can use either the gerund or the infinitive after these verbs: start, begin, enjoy, like, love, prefer.

2 Look at three more examples. What form do we use when the verb is the subject of a sentence?

Ответ: We use the gerund (-ing form).

3 Choose the correct form of the verb. In one sentence, both forms are possible.

1. My friend decided to buy a new pair of sunglasses.
2. Waiting for people makes me angry.
3. I helped the teacher by carrying her books.
4. One day, I hope to be a doctor.
5. Swimming in the sea on a hot day is lovely.
6. I don't mind sitting by the window.
7. I think running is the best kind of exercise.
8. Everyone loves to get / getting presents! (Both forms are possible)
9. I'm thinking of getting a new poster for my room.
10. Saving a bit of pocket money every week is a really good idea.

4 Correct the mistakes in the sentences.

1. I hope to see you very soon, and I hope that you like my mobile phone.
2. I want to write about my life.
3. I like playing (or to play) computer games best.
4. You can get to my house by taking the number 6 bus.
5. I think it's better to finish studying before we go out.
6. Would you mind coming with me to the shops?

5 Complete each sentence with a verb from the box in the gerund or infinitive.

1. We need to make a cake, but we don't know how to do it.
2. Eating chocolate isn't very good for you.
3. I need to improve the marks I get in maths. Mine are terrible.
4. Watching TV late at night makes you tired the next day.
5. I'm angry with my neighbour for playing his music really late at night.
6. Passing my exam is very important to me.
7. Jack didn't want to come to my party.
8. Chatting with friends is really good fun.
9. My best friend spends all her free time going to the shops with the new girl in our class.
10. Spending a lot of time indoors is quite boring.