Level 4

LESSON 1C > USING INFINITIVES OR GERUNDS

In English there are verbs that are followed by infinitive –to, or gerund- ing.

I want TO travel this summer. NOT: I want travelling (-)
She enjoys reading (-ING) in her free time. NOT: She enjoys to read in her free time.

Are the following verbs followed by gerunds or infinitives? Drag and drop.

Can’t stand

Mind

Want

Quit

Promise

Prefer

Finish

Deserve

Try

Can’t help

Complete the sentences by using the correct verb from the previous exercise in each gap. Make sure the sentences make sense.

1 I waiting for more than 5 minutes. I said 10! When it’s 10:15, I’m leaving.

2We to have a break after working 15 hours straight. We’re too tired.

3 She didn’t sleeping on the couch last night, but today she will have a bed.

4 They to be here before the party is over and I believe them.

5 Susan crying when she watches soap operas. She is way too sensitive!