WORKSHEET 51
SUBJECT : Gerund or Infinitive
A) Use the GERUND to connect the following:
1.
Peter’s sometimes late. He can’t help it.
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Peter can’t help being late.
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2.
Gordon has to get up early. He dislikes it.
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3.
Paul asked Mary to come home. He remembers it.
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4.
Jill occasionally speaks Spanish. She can’t avoid it.
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Jim didn’t take his holiday until June. He delayed it.
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6.
Jim was speaking French when Bob came in. He stopped.
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7.
Jim wanted to see the race. He didn’t want to miss it.
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8.
You may have an accident if you drive that car. You risk it.
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I wouldn’t like to work in an office. I don’t fancy it.
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10.
I spent all my money. I regret it, because I’ve got none left now.
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11.
Henry has his lunch very late. He is used to it.
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12.
John saw the girl. He denies it.
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13.
I had dinner with a film star. I’ll never forget it.
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14.
Richard took the books home with him. He admitted it.
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Mary wanted to have dinner at a restaurant. She suggested it.
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16.
You should speak English all the time. You should practise it.
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B) Complete the sentences using the GERUND (after prepositions):
1.
David is studying. He’s bored.
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Gordon likes to watch football. He’s keen.
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3.
Peter wants to learn English. He’s interested.
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4.
Sheila keeps her own room tidy. She’s responsible.
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5.
Sally will visit her aunt. She’s excited.
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