Question

Task 2 A gerund or an infinitive? Change the verb in brackets into the correct form (note that in some cases both forms can be correct).

1. He is determined … (win) that race. 2. He lay in bed … (plan) the days to come. 3. We went … (run) in the morning. 4. Her fear of spiders made … (travel) difficult. 5. They don't mind .. (wait) outside. 6. The problem is … (get) there on time. 7. I am accustomed to … (take care) of myself. 8. I want him … (paint) the wall. 9. ... (be), or … (not be), that is the question. 10. This guy is known for … (break) the rules. 11. Sue enjoys … (dance). 12. The advantages of … (go) by train were clearly visible. 13. Your advice … (plan) ahead was excellent. 14. Your addiction to … (drink) will not serve you well. 15. I am pleased … (meet) you.

Answer 1

1. He is determined to win this race.

2. He lay in bed, planning the days ahead.

3. We went to run in the morning.

4. Each fear of spiders has complicated the journey.

5. They do not mind waiting outside.

6. The problem is that you need to be on time.

7. I used to take care of myself.

8. I want to paint my wall.

9. To be or not to be, that is the question.

10. This guy is famous for breaking the rules.

11. Sue loves to dance .

12. The benefits of a train ride were clearly visible.

13. Your plan is waiting for advice perfectly.

14. Your addiction to alcohol will not serve you well.

15. I am pleased to meet you.