Choose the underlined part that needs correction in each of the following questions.
Question 1. I rashly posted the parcel without _________ it.
Question 2. We were made _________ all the cleaning in the house.
Question 3. I really must _________ on with my work now.
Question 4. Why don’t you try _________ the key anti-clockwise? Sometimes, a gentle twist in the opposite direction can help loosen any potential jams or difficulties in the lock mechanism.
Question 5. He told me _________ early.
Question 6. I do not have enough money _________ this book.
Question 7. They spent all day _________ and _________ on the beach.
Question 8. Instead of _________ a new car, she'll have her old one _________.
Question 9. I'm sorry I haven't got any money _______ you. Why don't you try _________ Peter?
Question 10. I tried _________ the bus, but I missed it.
Question 11. We don’t allow _________ in the classrooms.
Question 12. After _________ asleep, I saw a strange person at the foot of the bed.
Question 13. We regret _________ you that you have exceeded your overdraft facility.
Question 14. After all this time, John should take the bull by the horns and ask Mary _________ him.
Question 15. How can you waste all that money on _________?
Question 16. It is no use _________ to school if you _________ to work hard.
Question 17. Why don’t you do what you’re told, instead of _________ such a song and dance about it?
Question 18. “My watch is broken.” “Why don’t you _________”
Question 19. Yesterday we did nothing but _________.
Question 20. Can you please _________ me a little about yourself?
Gerund or Infinitive – Write the correct form.
Question 21.
They are likely up at any time. (show)
Question 22.
I can't make a decision. I keep (change) my mind.
Question 23.
She suggested (have) dinner at her house.
Question 24.
It was a good holiday. I enjoyed (be) by the sea.
Question 25.
It's no use (cry) over spilled milk; instead, let's focus on finding a solution to clean up the mess.
Question 26.
I regret (lend) him the money. He never paid it back.
Question 27.
His (complain) is getting on my nerves. He's never happy.
Question 28.
He's my favourite writer, his (write) is wonderful.
Question 29.
We regret (inform) you that your application has been refused.
Question 30.
He put off (see) her until very late in the afternoon.
Question 31.
Paul gave up five years ago. (smoke)
Question 32.
Don't forget (post) my letters, please.
Question 33.
I suggest (pay) by check, it's safer than cash
Question 34.
They have terrible debts. Their (spend) is out of control
Question 35.
Do you feel like (go) to the theatre on Friday?
Question 36.
She promised the report as soon as possible. (read)
Question 37.
He had made his decision and refused (change) his mind.
Question 38.
It's no use pretending (like) her food.
Question 39.
I'll just finish (clean) the kitchen then I'll stop.
Question 40.
How old were you when you learnt (drive)?
Question 41.
I spent a lot of time (make) a birthday cake for him.
Question 42.
It's a very fit team. Their (train) is very intensive.
Question 43.
He offered (make) dinner for us.
Question 44.
I've finished (read) that book at last!
Question 45.
is good for your health. (swim)
Question 46.
He keeps (ask) me to go out with him.
Question 47.
I can still remember (visit) my grandparents fifty years ago.
Question 48.
Most teachers insist on their pupils (do) the homework.
Question 49.
I don't mind walking home but I'd rather (get) a taxi.
Question 50.
Their memories of in Africa will stay with them forever. (travel)
Question 51.
I expect (hear) from you by Monday.
Question 52.
I had a hard time the situation to my husband. (explain)
Question 53.
I love going to her class, her (teach) is never boring.
Question 54.
I'll never forget (see) that van Gogh exhibition in New York
Question 55.
She has often made me (cry).
Question 56.
He agreed (see) me at ten o'clock
Question 57.
She doesn't mind (do) boring jobs.
Question 58.
They promised (read) my report today
Question 59.
We decided (go) to the cinema instead
Question 60.
Would you mind me the sugar? (pass)
Question 61.
Please, remember (feed) the dog while I'm away
Question 62.
He failed. He's very bad at (do) exams.
Question 63.
He has always been afraid of . (fly)
Question 64.
The man denied the crime. (commit)
Question 65.
We had to keep him from (fall) off the cliff.
Question 66.
I enjoyed the play. The (act) was very good.
Question 67.
He has given up (smoke) .
Question 68.
She had some problems without glasses. (read)
Question 69.
He's very good at (get) me to do what he wants
Question 70.
He insisted on (be) refunded immediately.