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