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Verb plus -ing Form or To-infinitive?

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The Infinitive

1. Obliki nedoločnika

2. Raba nedoločnika

2.1. Raba nedoločnika s predlogom "to"

2.1.1. Nikalna oblika nedoločnika

2.2. Raba golega nedoločnika

2.2.1. Nikalna oblika golega nedoločnika

3. The Perfect Infinitive

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Primer 1.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

What would you like (do) this afternoon?
I enjoy (swim) so I want (go) to the beach.

Primer 2.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

My friend is also learning (play) the piano and my piano teacher has offered (help) her because he is in love with her.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Right now, Tomaž can't afford (buy) a new car, so he has decided (find) a few summer jobs during holidays (earn) enough money for a decent second hand car.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

The old man was tired, but he continued (walk) (come) home before it would start (rain).

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

The teacher accused me of (cheat). I didn't want (tell) her that it was in fact Peter who was copying my answers not me.
I'm sorry (hear) that. Honesty isn't always a good choice.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Was it difficult (make) this model?
Yes, it was. I was trying really hard (make) it by myself but at the end, I had (ask) Dad (help) me.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I don't remember (lock) the front door. Please, do remind me (call) Mum when we get to school. She lives next door so I'll ask her (check) if the door is locked.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Where shall we go today? I don't feel like (stay) at home.
I really don't know where (go). It's pouring with rain. How about (go) to the cinema?

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Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Last week, my mum decided (go) for a walk every afternoon. She found an article which says that (walk) is good for health and that it also helps you (lose) weight if you walk at least an hour a day.

10.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Stop (cry). I'll help you (do) your homework.
Thank you. You are always there for me when I need you. I am so happy (be) your sister.

11.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I adore (play) chess but I can't play it by myself. Do you have time (join) me?
All right, I'll do it though I prefer (play) cards.

12.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

We've decided to move in together, so we are trying hard (find) a suitable flat.
I hope that you'll find it. You'll save a lot of money because (share) a flat is much cheaper than (live) alone.

13.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

We were too hungry (continue) our way towards the seaside, so we stopped at a petrol station (have) breakfast. When we opened the trunk, we realized that we had forgotten (take) our cooler with all the food.

14.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

He moved to London (see) the Queen's funeral but he promised his worried mum (call) her before (leave) Ljubljana and immediately after (arrive) to Heathrow because he didn't want her (worry) too much about him.

15.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I would like (become) better in English but I don't know how (do) it.
Try (watch) Youtube clips in English or (read) English articles on topics you are interested in. This helps me a lot but I can't say for sure that it will also help you (improve) your English.

16.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I really enjoy (travel). This summer, I want (fly) to New Zealand.
Really? I've already heard so much about this country. If you go there, don't forget (take) a lot of photos so that you will show them to me.

17.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I really adore this teacher. She allows us (use) our phones during her lessons.
Nice (hear) that but I don't think this is good for you.

18.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

My mum hates (go) to work because she never knows what her boss will do. He has threatened for some time now (fire) some of the workers because he doesn't have enough money (pay) them.

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19.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I am sorry for (be) late. We had (wait) for Peter for more than half an hour. He stopped at a petrol station (buy) a box of cigarettes.
Really? Didn't he stop (smoke)?

20.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

What's the matter with you? Can I help? I don't like (see) you like that.
Oh, it's OK. I just can't forget (see) Tom. I would like (forget) that he exists but I can't.

21.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Mum, I'm sorry. I really regret (come) late to school again.
Well, my dear son. I also regret, really regret (inform) you that you are grounded for two weeks because of that.

22.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I won't drink wine. I am driving today and I am not used to (drink). I don't want the police (take) my driving licence.
You are right. My father used (drink) no matter if he was the driver or not. But then one day, the police took his driving licence and now, he doesn't even think about (drink) before (go) somewhere by car.

23.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I have never enjoyed (do) the housework but when I came home today, I realized that my windows needed (clean). I think I will need (clean) them as soon as possible because my mum is coming tomorrow.

24.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

The robber didn't want (admit) anything, but after (be) questioned for a few more hours, he finally confessed to (take) the money.

25.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

What shall I do? Mum advised (buy) a new car but I don't know where (get) the money for it.
Well, don't listen to your mum. I advise you (use) public transport. It's cheaper and friendlier to the environment and to your wallet.

26.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

My sister couldn't afford (pay) rent for this flat all by herself anymore so I decided (move) in with her. She wasn't happy (hear) that but I finally managed (convince) her that this wasn't such a bad idea.

27.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I didn't mean (hurt) your feelings but I still think that (study) means (waste) our time and money.
Well, I'm sorry (hear) that. I am a bit disappointed in you. I've always imagined you (be) more ambitious.

28.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I'd like you (go) (dance) with me tonight.
I'd love to but you will have (wait) for a while because I must finish my homework first.

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29.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

It started (rain) so we decided (not go) out. We preferred (stay) at home.

30.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

(jog) has become his favourite pastime since he quit (smoke) last year. He soon realised that (run) helped him (stop) (think) about cigarettes.

31.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

It is always important (not give up). If there are problems in your life, just keep (go). You will be able (solve) them only if you fight and if you don't stop (try).

32.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I am worried about my grandmother. She often forgets (eat). She often has troubles (remember) where (go) or what (do) next. I'll try (convince) my mum (call) her doctor.

33.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Her favourite hobby is (read). She reads at least two novels a week, so she often goes to the library (borrow) new ones. She likes (read) love stories that end happily because they always help her (forget) about all the problems in her life.

34.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Stop (talk), I can't listen to you. I would really like (finish) this email that I am writing to my mum (inform) her that I am coming home at the weekend.

35.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Would you like something (drink)? Shall I also prepare you something (eat)?
I'd like just a glass of water, please. I have too many things (do) at home and I don't have enough time (stay) here for too long.

36.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

What are you going (do) now?
I am planning (write) her a letter (apologise) for (hurt) her.

37.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I asked my parents what (do) during the holidays. Dad recommended (spend) the whole week at my grandparents while Mum asked me (finally, tidy) my room and also (do) the ironing. It is not difficult (guess) which suggestion I preferred.

38.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Peter adores Sundays because he enjoys (not have) (get up) early. He usually stays in bed till lunchtime when his mum starts (call) his name from the kitchen (wake) him.

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39.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Dad, can you help me (make) some biscuits for Mum? I am too young (do) it myself.
That's a great idea, son. I adore (bake).

40.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Let's go. I'm tired of (wait) for Tina (come). She can join us later.
OK, I agree. What shall we do? Shall we go (swim)?

41.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

You've never mentioned (live) in Russia before. Were you born there?
Yes, but I didn't know my parents. I lived in an old orphanage. That's because I don't like (think) about (live) there and I really don't want (talk) about it.

42.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

They didn't fancy (go) out yesterday evening. They were too tired so Mia decided (prepare) something light and easy at home. When she finished (cook), she called her husband (join) her at the table but he didn't come. She became worried, so she went round the house (find) and she was relieved when she found him sound asleep on the sofa.

43.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Where did you learn (speak) French so well?
Mostly at school but I also spent some time in France. Now I am a French teacher at primary school but I really miss (talk) to native speakers. I sometimes call my friend from Paris (chat) a little bit with her but we are both very busy and it's always hard (find) the day when we both have time.

44.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

My sister Jenny is working hard (graduate) from college this year. She has already decided (study) law at Harvard. It is almost impossible (get) into this university but my sister is the most hard-working person I have ever met and I am sure that she will manage (make) her dreams true.

45.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

My neighbour stopped by yesterday (fix) my TV. He promised me (do) it last week but he was too busy (come). He spent two hours in the living room (find out) why my TV wasn't working and after three hours of (sit) on the floor among all its parts, he finally managed (repair) it.

46.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

It's four p.m. and we are still waiting for our parents (come) back from their holidays in Italy. They expected (arrive) at around noon but their plane was delayed because of a fierce storm. We can feel that they are nervous because my mother has aready called us five times (check) if we are still at the airport. She doesn't want (look for) a taxi (take) them home after so many hours of (wait).

47.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Was it difficult for you (climb) to the top of this mountain? It looks quite steep.
Yes, it was. But we just kept (go). We were too proud (give up).

48.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

Tim's wife is really special. She knows well how (spend) her husband's money. Yesterday, she hired a team of cleaners (clean) the inside and the outside of their house. She wasn't even at home (supervise) their work. She went (shop).

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49.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I can't help you now because I have (study). But tomorrow, I promise (be) all yours because I have nothing else (do).

50.

Use the given verbs as a gerund or as a to-infinitive.

I am exhausted.
Stop (work) for a while and try (drink) a cup of coffee. You are only a human being and every body needs some rest (recover).