Lý thuyết và bài tập Tiếng Anh Lớp 12 - Ngữ pháp: Gerund and Infinitive

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1. Gerund or Infinitive One of the difficulties of the English language is that some verbs are followed by the gerund (ex : doing) and others are followed by the infinitive (ex : to do). Other verbs, however, can be followed by both. Generally speaking we can use the following rules: Examples Rules Explanations Verb + 1. I enjoy playing Often we use the gerund for an action that 1. I enjoy myself at the time of playing. gerund 2. I denied stealing happens before or at the same time as the 2. I deny having stolen anything before. action of the main verb. Verb + 1. I decided to visit my uncle Often we use the infinitive for actions 1. Visiting my uncle was an action of my decision. It infinitive 2. I want to go out that follow the action of the main verb. comes after. 2. What I want (now) is to go out (after/later) These rules are helpful but DO NOT always explain all uses of gerunds and infinitives. A. Verbs that can be followed by a gerund (ex: doing) 1- After verbs that express likes/dislikes : like love enjoy dislike hate don't mind can't stand can't bear Example: " I like playing soccer but I hate boxing." 2- After certain other verbs, such as : admit advise understand go (in go mention waste keep (on) permit reject appreciate consider finish swimming) mind time/money mention practice risk allow deny fancy involve stop imagine miss suggest can't help avoid delay keep involve postpone resist can't stand Example: " I suggest going to the theater." 3- After prepositions : interested in instead of good at before after Example: "I am interested in collecting stamps." "After playing football I drank an orange juice". 4- After certain expressions : it's no use it's no good there's no point in I can't help I don't mind I can't stand/bear Example: " It's no use convincing him to revise his lessons. He's so stubborn." B. Verbs that can be followed by an infinitive ( ex : to do) 1- After verbs that refer to a future event: want arrange plan deserve offer swear would hate hope attempt consent determine proceed volunteer would love aim promise decide endeavor promise want intend be determined demand expect threaten would like Example: " I want to finish my work early. 2- After certain other verbs, such as: afford agree help choose fail happen refuse manage need seem learn choose pretend Example: "She refused to forgive him." 3- After adjectives : glad pleased disappointed Example: "I'm glad to know that you passed the exam." "I'm pleased to meet you." "I'm disappointed to hear that you flunked maths." 4- After "too" & "enough": too difficult easy enough Example: "It's too difficult to convince him to be helpful." " But it's easy enough to fool him to get what you want." C. Verbs that can be followed by both an infinitive and a gerund: Some verbs can be followed by either a gerund or an infinitive. Here are some examples: start begin stop remember Example: "I started smoking when I was young." "I started to smoke when I left the office." Part 1 1. Dan enjoys (read) science fiction. their heads. 2. Cheryl suggested (see) a movie after work. 13. Mandy has promised ( take) care of our dog while we 3. I miss (work) in the travel industry. Maybe I can get my old are on vacation. job back. 14. Mr. Edwards chose (accept) the management position 4. Where did you learn (speak) Spanish? Was it in Spain or in Chicago rather than the position in Miami. in Latin America? 15. I don't know what she wants (do) tonight. Why don't you ask her? 5. Do you mind (help) me translate this letter? 16. Frank offered (help) us paint the house. 6. He asked (talk) to the store manager. 17. Sandra decided (study) economics in London. 7. You've never mentioned (live) in Japan before. How long 18. Witnesses reported (see) the bank robber as he was did you live there? climbing out of the second-storey window. 8. If he keeps (come) to work late, he's going to get fired! 19. Stephanie dislikes (work) in front of a computer all day. 9. Debbie plans (study) abroad next year. 20. Mrs. Naidoo appears (be) the most qualified person for the 10. I agreed (help) Jack wash his car. job. 11. I hope (graduate) from college next June. 21. Eliza recommended (eat) in a dim sum restaurant while 12. The models practiced (walk) with a book balanced on we're in Hong Kong.
2. 22. I demand (talk) to the manager of the hotel immediately. 59. Michael postponed (clean) the bathroom as long as 23. My grandmother recalled ( see) a plane for the very first possible. He hates cleaning! time when she was six. 60. How can you defend (say) such terrible things to him? 24. She claims (be) related to George Washington, but I 61. Bill agreed (meet) us at the restaurant at 8:30, but he don't believe her. never showed up. 25. This broken bicycle needs (fix) before someone can ride it. 62. Jennifer practiced (pronounce) the word until she 26. I can't understand (drive) such a big car when gas sounded just like a native speaker. prices are so high, not to mention what it does to the environment. 63. Our art teacher encouraged (experiment) with different colors. 27. She refused (speak) to me after our fight. 64. Dana hopes (save) enough money to travel around 28. The wilderness adventure course lasts ten days and involves Europe for three months. It's her dream. (hike) more than fifty miles through rugged mountainous terrain. 65. (Dance) is her life. That is why Susan moved to New 29. Don't hesitate (ask) for help if you don't understand the York to study dancing professionally. directions. 66. Constance plans (take) part in the marathon next spring. 30. She managed (communicate) with them, even though 67. I can't help (wonder) how my grandmother's life would she didn't speak their language. have been different if she had been able to go to college. 31. She pretended (be) a student in order to get a student discount. 68. The doctor advised (see) a specialist about the problem. 32. She waited (see) what would happen next. 69. (Swim) helped me strengthen my injured leg. 33. The child denied (steal) the piece of candy. 70. After the tsunami, Bette chose (stay) in Indonesia and 34. We fully intend ( pay) you for all the work you have done for us. work with a relief organization. 35. You seem (be) a little distracted. Is everything alright? 71. (Read) is a great way to relax. I love to sit back and enjoy a 36. Laura and Ed discussed (move) to the city to find work; good book. however, in the end, they decided against relocating. 72. Why do you always get (be) first? I want to go first this time! 37. She refused (admit) that she had made a mistake. 73. When you're in Prague, I recommend (walk) from the 38. After his accident last year, he would never consider Charles Bridge to the castle at night. (buy) another motorcycle. 74. Susanne just happened (be) in the restaurant when 39. Margaret just happened (find) the lost car keys while Julia Roberts walked in! Can you believe that? she was looking for something else. 75. Eye specialists urge (take) frequent breaks while using 40. He never admitted (have) the wild party while his the computer for extended periods of time. parents were out of town. 76. I thought you knew nothing about cars. Where did you learn 41. Jackie tends (arrive) late on Mondays, but our boss (change) a flat tire? doesn't seem to care about that very much. 77. My favorite thing is (float) on my back in the sea. 42. She imagined (lie) on a tropical beach under a palm tree. 78. The Egyptology course requires (participate) in six 43. The winner of the local competition gets (participate) in months of field studies near Luxor, Egypt. a national competition in Washington D.C. 79. The nurse risked (get) the disease from her patient, but 44. We don't anticipate (have) any more technical she continued to treat him until he had fully recovered. problems during the concert tour. 80. Dad, you promised (take) us to the beach today. When 45. Debbie failed (notice) her credit card lying on the ground. are we going to go to the beach? 46. The politician swore (serve) the people honestly and with pride, 81. He expects (finish) his studies next summer. but the scandal revealed that the promise was little more than a lie. 82. National park officials do not permit (enter) the park 47. Mr. Shinohara recollected (work) with his father on his without an official guide. You can hire one at the park office. family's fishing boat when he was a young child. 83. He offered (carry) her books on the way home. 48. The medical team deserves (receive) the award for their 84. The archaeologist reported (find) a large, previously volunteer work in sub-Saharan Africa. unknown pyramid deep in the jungle. 49. I really appreciate (have) the opportunity to take part in 85. Samantha keeps (forget) to send us the documents. this project and to work with such an excellent team. We need to have them by next week! 50. She delayed (submit) her application until just one 86. Felix decided not (accept) the position in Miami week before the deadline. because he wanted to stay in New York. 51. Everybody arranged ( meet) at the train station 30 87. (Exercise) and (eat) right can help you live a long minutes before the train departed. and healthy life. 52. Simona resisted (speak) Italian during her English 88. The refugees risked (be captured) as they tried to training program in London. She wanted to take advantage of the escape through the mountains. opportunity to improve her English. 89. You have to wait forever at the doctor's office. I suggest 53. Do you care to join us later for dinner? We are meeting (take) a good book to help kill time. at Tony's Italian Restaurant downtown. 90. Mr. Miller asked (be included) in the meeting with the 54. We waited (see) what would happen next, but nothing happened. new clients. 55. Julius vowed (return) to his home country once again 91. After his insulting comments, I thought Jack deserved to see the village where he and his family had lived before the war. (be fired). 56. Diana yearns (travel) to far off, exotic destinations. 92. Max avoided ( use) his cell phone when other people 57. When she got through (read) her book, she laid it on were in the room. the table next to the bed and went to sleep. 93. We arranged (have) a taxi pick us up and take us to the airport. 58. They expected (arrive) much earlier, but their plane 94. I resent (be treated) like a servant in my own home! was delayed in Paris. 95. Frank completed (build) the new barn last week. Next,
3. he is going to paint it red. downtown. It's supposed to have one of the largest dance floors in the 96. Don't worry, I don't mind (make) dinner. I think I'll world. make fish with steamed vegetables, and a big salad on the side! 99. I can't see (buy) a car when you don't even have a 97. Crying, the mother looked into the television camera and said, driver's license. That doesn't make any sense! "Society will no longer tolerate (drink) and (drive)." 100. When do you wish (begin) now or later? 98. Karen and Neil would like (try) that new dance club Part 2 1. I can't stand all the time. a. investing b. to invest c. not to invest a. she complaining b. she to complain c. her complaining 27. Mr. Johnson won't tolerate late to class. 2. Our teacher won't allow dictionaries during the test. a. us being b. us to be c. our being a. us using b. us to use c. using 28. Do you prefer ? 3. We advised a taxi instead of walking to the restaurant. a. Ester to help you or me help you a. him taking b. him to take c. taking b. Ester helping you or me helping you 4. The city doesn't allow along curbs painted red. c. Ester’s helping you or my helping you a. parking b. to park c. you parking 29. I go every year. I love winter sports. 5. She prefers dinner because she doesn't like to cook. a. snowboarding b. snow boarding c. to snowboard a. making b. to make c. my making 30. Frederick and I discussed the more than we can afford. 6. I hope you don't mind while you eat. a. computer costing b. cost of computer c. computer’s costing a. smoking b. me to smoke c. my smoking 31. She promised to the doctor as soon as she returned home. 7. John is never on time to work! I hate late every day. a. to go b. him going c. to go / him to go a. him arriving b. his arriving c. he arrives 32. Franne encouraged for the job. 8. Sarah urged in the next election. a. me to apply b. to apply c. to apply / me to apply a. me voting b. to votec. me to vote 33. She wants more. 9. He needs to get a visa extension immediately. The authorities won't a. to study b. her daughter to study c. to study / her daughter to study permit in the country without a visa. 34. She neglected some important details of the accident. a. him staying b. him to stay c. he stays a. mentioning b. to mention c. not to mention 10. Travel agents usually advise flight bookings three days before 35. The food caused sick. departure. a. getting b. her getting c. her to get a. reconfirming b. to reconfirm c. you reconfirming 36. We expect soon. 11. I enjoy to get up so early in the morning. Sleeping in is great! a. to startb. her to start c. to start / her to start a. not having b. not to have c. having not 37. Sam chose the meeting. 12. Nancy proposed a picnic at the beach. a. beginning b. to begin / me to begin c. beginning / me beginning a. us having b. our having c. us to have 38. I tried the picture, but it didn't work. 13. Do you wish , or would you like to stop now? a. emailing b. me to email c. to email a. continuing b. continue c. to continue 39. Laurelle reminded the door. 14. His car needs . It looks like it hasn't been washed in years. a. to lock b. me to lock c. to lock / me to lock a. washing b. to wash c. be washed 40. I would like the train. 15. Smokers risk several smoking related illnesses. a. to take b. the group to take c. to take / the group to take a. getting b. to get c. they getting 41. Debbie urged the Eiffel Tower while they were in Paris. 16. The astronomer told us into the sun during the eclipse. a. visiting b. them to visit c. visiting / them to visit a. not looking b. not to look c. to not look 42. I remember up at 4:30 AM to make it to work on time. 17. I wish she would just quit all the time. a. getting b. us to get c. getting / us to get a. complaining b. to complain c. his complaining 43. The math teacher doesn't allow calculators. 18. The astronomer told us into the sun during the eclipse. a. us using b. us to use c. using / us to use a. not looking b. not to look c. to not look 44. Sallie wanted longer, but I was so tired that we had to leave. 19. She resisted advice from her coworkers. a. us staying b. us to stay c. to stay / us to saty a. taking b. to take c. take 45. The Japanese teacher encouraged in class. 20. Linda regretted to her high school reunion. a. the students speaking b. speaking / the students to speak a. not going b. not to go c. not go c. not speaking / the students not to speak 21. They urged out for bears. 46. The consultant advised costs. a. the hikers watching b. the hikers to watch c. the hikers watch a. them reduce b. them to reduce c. reducing / them to reduce 22. Denise resented the opportunity to work and advance her 47. I need me move the table. career. a. to help b. you to help c. to help / you help a. having b. not having c. not to have 48. The zoo keeper permitted the snake. 23. The policeman ordered his car. a. we touching b. us to touch / touching c. touching / us touching a. the driver stopping b. the driver not stopping c. the driver to stop 49. Do you mind a few more minutes? 24. He threatened forever. a. waitingb. me to wait c. waiting / me waiting a. leaving b. to leave c. his leaving 50. The hiking course requires in the snow. 25. After he finished the show, he turned off the TV and went to bed. a. camping / us to camp b. camping / us camping a. watching b. to watch c. not to watch c. we camp / us to camp 26. The banker advised his clients for retirement. 51. Carrie Ann goes every day.
4. a. surfing b. to surf c. surfing / her surfing a. fish b. to fish c. fishing 52. Delores goes when she has time. 77. Sally loves to go in her free time. She doesn't usually buy a. hiking in mountains b. to hike in the mountains anything, she just likes to look. c. hiking in the mountains a. to window shop b. window shopping c. shop windowing 53. Sam went in Paris. 78. What do you think about married just one week after they met? a. sightseeing b. sight seeing c. seeing sight Isn't that crazy? 54. Lisa and Kurt are going to go tonight. a. Sarah and Doug to get b. Sarah and Doug getting a. dancing / to dance b. dancing c. his or her dancing c. Sarah’s and Doug’s getting 55. Jamie has never gone in that mall. 79. I urge you your decision. a. to shopping b. to shop c. shopping a. reconsider b. reconsidering c. to reconsider 56. Patrick wanted to go with his friends, but he had to work late. 80. His reasons for to study Latin were always unclear to me. a. bowling b. with bowling c. to bowls a. chosing b. choosing c. choose 57. He likes to go . 81. Michael's talent for the right investments made him rich. a. fishes b. fish c. fishing a. choice b. choose c. choosing 58. Stephanie loves to go . 82. Katie's talking caused me a mistake. a. to sail b. sailing c. sailling a. making b. to do c. to make 59. Mina wants to go on the weekend. 83. I'm bored of the same old thing every weekend. a. to camp b. going camp c. camping a. doing b. making c. working 60. Sarah often goes . 84. Neil Armstrong is famous for the first man to walk on a. mountain climbing b. mountains climbing the Moon. c. to mountain climbing a. be b. to be c. being 61. Simone was talking about up in Tanzania. She has had such an 85. The zoo keeper allowed us the cheetah. interesting life! a. pet b. to pet c. petting a. to grow b. growing c. growwing 86. I went in Hawaii. It was spectacular! 62. I need him me lift this heavy box. a. to snorkel b. snorkeling c. to a snorkel a. help b. to help c. helping 87. Carrie reminded me Dave and Stacey and invite them 63. Thank you for to the meeting on such short notice. over for dinner. a. comingb. camingc. comming a. call b. calling c. to call 64. I suggest Japan when the cherry trees are in bloom. 88. The little girl pretended sick, so that she didn't have to go a. visiting b. them to visit c. visiting / them to visit to school. 65. We hired professional translators the documents into Arabic a. to be b. being c. to being and Chinese. 89. She took up the piano at the age of six. a. translating b. to translate c. for translation a. to play b. play c. playing 66. After work, I always go . 90. Constance denied related to the royal family. a. joking b. joging c. jogging a. to be b. being c. to being 67. His interest in languages is very impressive. 91. The certification program requires several tests. a. learning b. for learning c. with learning a. me take b. me to take c. me taking 68. I don't mind your friend along with us. Why don't you invite 92. The certification program requires several tests. her and her husband? a. me take b. me taking c. my taking a. Sally comes b. Sally coming c. Sally’s coming 93. I told the others me at the beach after work. Why don't 69. Roberta is getting tired of the same old job day in and day you come along? out. I think she is going to quit! a. meet b. to meet c. their meeting a. doing b. making c. working 94. Robin talked me into in the 24-hour dance marathon. 70. Health professionals encourage people less red meat. a. participate b. participating c. my participating a. to drink b. to eat c. to sleep 95. He appreciated prepare for the Halloween party. 71. Agatha invited me the summer at her family's home in Costa Rica. a. we help him b. us helping him c. our helping him a. to rest b. to spend c. to stay 96. Going tomorrow will test how brave you are. 72. I didn't believe Camille's story about a rattlesnake in her bed. a. sky diving b. to skydiving c. skydiving a. finding b. talking c. telling 97. Don't you need a break? You've been working non-stop 73. The terrible weather forced us our plans. for over 8 hours! a. change b. to change c. changing a. take b. to take c. taking 74. Diane has been scared of in the ocean ever since she saw the 98. late would be an insult to our dinner hosts. movie "Jaws." a. We arrive b. Us arriving c. Our arriving a. swim b. swiming c. swimming 99. Beth was excited about the world famous photographer. 75. I don't know how you got my son his broccoli. He hates a. meeting b. to meet c. the meeting vegetables! 100. How did you manage tickets for that concert? It has been a. eat b. to eat c. eating sold out for months. 76. I went when I was in New Zealand. It was awesome! a. getting b. to get c. your getting
5. Answers : Part 1 (1-6) 1. Dan enjoys reading science fiction. 43. The winner of the local competition gets to participate in a 2. Cheryl suggested seeing a movie after work. national competition in Washington D.C. 3. I miss working in the travel industry. Maybe I can get my old job 44. We don't anticipate having any more technical problems during back. the concert tour. 4. Where did you learn to speak Spanish? Was it in Spain or in Latin 45. Debbie failed to notice her credit card lying on the ground. America? 46. The politician swore to serve the people honestly and with pride, 5. Do you mind helping me translate this letter? but the scandal revealed that the promise was little more than a lie. 6. He asked to talk to the store manager. 47. Mr. Shinohara recollected working with his father on his family's 7. You've never mentioned living in Japan before. How long did you fishing boat when he was a young child. live there? 48. The medical team deserves to receive the award for their 8. If he keeps coming to work late, he's going to get fired! volunteer work in sub-Saharan Africa. 9. Debbie plans to study abroad next year. 49. I really appreciate having the opportunity to take part in this 10. I agreed to help Jack wash his car. project and to work with such an excellent team. 11. I hope to graduate from college next June. 50. She delayed submitting her application until just one week before 12. The models practiced walking with a book balanced on their the deadline. heads. 51. Everybody arranged to meet at the train station 30 minutes before 13. Mandy has promised to take care of our dog while we are on the train departed. vacation. 52. Simona resisted speaking Italian during her English training 14. Mr. Edwards chose to accept the management position in program in London. She wanted to take advantage of the opportunity Chicago rather than the position in Miami. to improve her English. 15. I don't know what she wants to do tonight. Why don't you ask 53. Do you care to join us later for dinner? We are meeting at Tony's her? Italian Restaurant downtown. 16. Frank offered to help us paint the house. 54. We waited to see what would happen next, but nothing happened. 17. Sandra decided to study economics in London. 18. Witnesses reported seeing the bank robber as he was 55. Julius vowed to return to his home country once again to see the climbing out of the second-story window. village where he and his family had lived before the war. 19. Stephanie dislikes working in front of a computer all day. 56. Diana yearns to travel to far off, exotic destinations. 20. Mrs. Naidoo appears to be the most qualified person for the job. 57. When she got through reading her book, she laid it on the table 21. Eliza recommended eating in a dim sum restaurant while we're in next to the bed and went to sleep. Hong Kong. 58. They expected to arrive much earlier, but their plane was delayed 22. I demand to talk to the manager of the hotel immediately. in Paris. 23. My grandmother recalled seeing a plane for the very first time 59. Michael postponed cleaning the bathroom as long as possible. He when she was six. hates cleaning! 24. She claims to be related to George Washington, but I don't believe 60. How can you defend saying such terrible things to him? her. 61. Bill agreed to meet us at the restaurant at 8:30, but he never 25. This broken bicycle needs fixing before someone can ride it. showed up. 26. I can't understand driving such a big car when gas prices are so 62. Jennifer practiced pronouncing the word until she sounded just high, not to mention what it does to the environment. like a native speaker. 27. She refused to speak to me after our fight. 63. Our art teacher encouraged experimenting with different colors. 28. The wilderness adventure course lasts ten days and involves hiking 64. Dana hopes to save enough money to travel around Europe for more than fifty miles through rugged mountainous terrain. three months. It's her dream. 29. Don't hesitate to ask for help if you don't understand the 65. Dancing is her life. That is why Susan moved to New York to study directions. dancing professionally. 30. She managed to communicate with them, even though she didn't 66. Constance plans to take part in the marathon next spring. speak their language. 67. I can't help wondering how my grandmother's life would have 31. She pretended to be a student in order to get a student discount. been different if she had been able to go to college. 32. She waited to see what would happen next. 68. The doctor advised seeing a specialist about the problem. 33. The child denied stealing the piece of candy. 69. Swimming helped me strengthen my injured leg. 34. We fully intend to pay you for all the work you have done for us. 70. After the tsunami, Bette chose to stay in Indonesia and work with 35. You seem to be a little distracted. Is everything alright? a relief organization. 36. Laura and Ed discussed moving to the city to find work; however, 71. Reading is a great way to relax. I love to sit back and enjoy a good in the end, they decided against relocating. book. 37. She refused to admit that she had made a mistake. 72. Why do you always get to be first? I want to go first this time! 38. After his accident last year, he would never consider buying 73. When you're in Prague, I recommend walking from the Charles another motorcycle. Bridge to the castle at night. 39. Margaret just happened to find the lost car keys while she was 74. Susanne just happened to be in the restaurant when Julia Roberts looking for something else. walked in! Can you believe that? 40. He never admitted having the wild party while his parents were 75. Eye specialists urge taking frequent breaks while using the out of town. computer for extended periods of time. 41. Jackie tends to arrive late on Mondays, but our boss doesn't seem 76. I thought you knew nothing about cars. Where did you learn to to care about that very much. change a flat tire? 42. She imagined lying on a tropical beach under a palm tree. 77. My favorite thing is floating on my back in the sea.
6. 78. The Egyptology course requires participating in six months of field good book to help kill time. studies near Luxor, Egypt. 90. Mr. Miller asked to be included in the meeting with the new 79. The nurse risked getting the disease from her patient, but she clients. continued to treat him until he had fully recovered. 91. After his insulting comments, I thought Jack deserved to be fired. 80. Dad, you promised to take us to the beach today. When are we 92. Max avoided using his cell phone when other people were in the going to go to the beach? room. 81. He expects to finish his studies next summer. 93. We arranged to have a taxi pick us up and take us to the airport. 82. National park officials do not permit entering the park without an 94. I resent being treated like a servant in my own home! official guide. You can hire one at the park office. 95. Frank completed building the new barn last week. Next, he is going 83. He offered to carry her books on the way home. to paint it red. 84. The archaeologist reported finding a large, previously unknown 96. Don't worry, I don't mind making dinner. I think I'll make fish with pyramid deep in the jungle. steamed vegetables, and a big salad on the side! 85. Samantha keeps forgetting to send us the documents. We need to 97. Crying, the mother looked into the television camera and said, have them by next week! "Society will no longer tolerate drinking and driving." 86. Felix decided not to accept the position in Miami because he 98. Karen and Neil would like to try that new dance club downtown. wanted to stay in New York. It's supposed to have one of the largest dance floors in the world. 87. Exercising and eating right can help you live a long and healthy life. 99. I can't see buying a car when you don't even have a driver's 88. The refugees risked being captured as they tried to escape through license. That doesn't make any sense! the mountains. 100. When do you wish to begin, now or later? 89. You have to wait forever at the doctor's office. I suggest taking a Part 2 (7-12) 1. I can't stand her complaining all the time. (she complaining, she to 33. She wants to study / her daughter to study more. complain, her complaining) 34. She neglected to mention all the facts. 2. Our teacher won't allow us to use dictionaries during the test. 35. The food caused her to get sick. 3. We advised him to take a taxi instead of walking to the restaurant. 36. We expect to start / her to start soon. 4. The city doesn't allow parking along curbs painted red. 37. Sam chose to begin / me to begin the meeting. 5. She prefers my making dinner because she doesn't like to cook. 38. I tried to email the picture, but it didn't work. 6. I hope you don't mind my smoking while you eat. 39. Laurelle reminded me to lock the door. 7. John is never on time to work! I hate his arriving late every day. 40. I would like to take / the group to take the train. 8. Sarah urged me to vote in the next election. 41. Debbie urged visiting / them to visit the Eiffel Tower while they were 9. He needs to get a visa extension immediately. The authorities won't in Paris. permit him to stay in the country without a visa. 42. I remember getting up at 4:30 AM to make it to work on time. 10. Travel agents usually advise reconfirming flight bookings three days 43. The math teacher doesn't allow using / us to use calculators. before departure. 44. Sallie wanted us to stay longer, but I was so tired that we had to 11. I enjoy not having to get up so early in the morning. Sleeping in is leave. great! 45. The Japanese teacher encouraged speaking / the students to speak in 12. Nancy proposed our having a picnic at the beach. class. 13. Do you wish to continue, or would you like to stop now? 46. The consultant advised reducing / them to reduce costs. 14. His car needs washing. It looks like it hasn't been washed in years. 47. I need you to help me move the table. 15. Smokers risk getting several smoking related illnesses. 48. The zoo keeper permitted touching / us to touch the snake. 16. The astronomer told us not to look into the sun during the eclipse. 49. Do you mind waiting a few more minutes? 17. I wish she would just quit complaining all the time. 50. The hiking course requires camping / us to camp in the snow. 18. Leslie hired someone to repair her fence. 51. Carrie Ann goes surfing every day. 19. She resisted taking advice from her coworkers. 52. Delores goes hiking in the mountains when she has time. 20. Linda regretted not going to her high school reunion. 53. Sam went sightseeing in Paris. 21. They urged the hikers to watch out for bears. 54. Lisa and Kurt are going to go dancing tonight. 22. Denise resented not having the opportunity to work and advance her 55. Jamie has never gone shopping in that mall. career. 56. Patrick wanted to go bowling with his friends, but he had to work 23. The policeman ordered the driver to stop his car. late. 24. He threatened to leave forever. 57. He likes to go fishing. 25. After he finished watching the show, he turned off the TV and went 58. Stephanie loves to go sailing. to bed. 59. Mina wants to go camping on the weekend. 26. The banker advised his clients to invest for retirement. 60. Sarah often goes mountain climbing. 27. Mr. Johnson won't tolerate our being late to class. 61. Simone was talking about growing up in Tanzania. She has had such 28. Do you prefer Ester's helping you or my helping you? an interesting life! 29. I go snowboarding every year. I love winter sports. 62. I need him to help me lift this heavy box. 30. Frederick and I discussed the computer's costing more than we can 63. Thank you for coming to the meeting on such short notice. afford. 64. I suggest visiting Japan when the cherry trees are in bloom. 31. She promised to go / him to go to the doctor as soon as she returned 65. We hired professional translators to translate the documents into home. Arabic and Chinese. 32. Franne encouraged me to apply for the job. 66. After work, I always go jogging. I'm a fitness freak!
7. 67. His interest in learning languages is very impressive. 84. Neil Armstrong is famous for being the first man to walk on the 68. I don't mind your friend Sally's coming along with us. Why don't you Moon. invite her and her husband? 85. The zoo keeper allowed us to pet the cheetah. 69. Roberta is getting tired of doing the same old job day in and day out. I 86. I went snorkeling in Hawaii. It was spectacular! think she is going to quit! 87. Carrie reminded me to call Dave and Stacey and invite them over for 70. Health professionals encourage people to eat less red meat. dinner. 71. Agatha invited me to spend the summer at her family's home in Costa 88. The little girl pretended to be sick, so that she didn't have to go to Rica. school. 72. I didn't believe Camille's story about finding a rattlesnake in her bed. 89. She took up playing the piano at the age of six. 73. The terrible weather forced us to change our plans. 90. Constance denied being related to the royal family. 74. Diane has been scared of swimming in the ocean ever since she saw 91. The certification program requires me to take several tests. the movie "Jaws." 92. The certification program requires my taking several tests. 75. I don't know how you got my son to eat his broccoli. He hates 93. I told the others to meet me at the beach after work. Why don't you vegetables! come along? 76. I went bungee jumping when I was in New Zealand. It was awesome! 94. Robin talked me into participating in the 24-hour dance marathon. 77. Sally loves to go window shopping in her free time. She doesn't 95. He appreciated our helping him prepare for the Halloween party. usually buy anything, she just likes to look. 96. Going skydiving tomorrow will test how brave you are. 78. What do you think about Sarah's and Doug's getting married just one 97. Don't you need to take a break? You've been working non-stop for week after they met? Isn't that crazy? over 8 hours! 79. I urge you to reconsider your decision. 98. Our arriving late would be an insult to our dinner hosts. 80. His reasons for choosing to study Latin were always unclear to me. 99. Beth was excited about meeting the world famous photographer. 81. Michael's talent for choosing the right investments made him rich. 100. How did you manage to get tickets for that concert? It has been sold 82. Katie's talking caused me to make a mistake. out for months. 83. I'm bored of doing the same old thing every weekend.