Verb Compliments Test: Know Where To Use Gerund Or Infinitives

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1. I have decided ...... a new car.

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The correct answer is "to buy" because it is the infinitive form of the verb "buy" and it follows the structure "decided + to + verb" to express an intention or decision. In this case, the speaker has made a decision to buy a new car.

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Verb Compliments Test: Know Where To Use Gerund Or Infinitives - Quiz

Can you pass this verb compliments test that we have brought here for you? Gerunds and infinitives can replace a noun in a sentence. Gerund = the present... see moreparticiple (-ing) form of the verb, e. G., singing, dancing, running. Infinitive = to + the base form of the verb, e. G., to sing, to dance, to run. Do you know where to use gerunds and infinitives in the sentences? Let's find out with the quiz below.
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2. Travelling is a great way to discover different cultures.

Explanation

Travelling allows individuals to immerse themselves in different cultures, providing them with a firsthand experience of the customs, traditions, and lifestyles of various societies. By exploring new places, trying local cuisines, interacting with locals, and visiting historical sites, individuals can gain a deeper understanding and appreciation for different cultures. This exposure to diverse perspectives can broaden one's horizons, foster tolerance and empathy, and promote cultural exchange and mutual understanding. Therefore, it can be concluded that travelling is indeed a great way to discover different cultures.

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3. He was free to go whenever he wanted.

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The statement "He was free to go whenever he wanted" implies that there were no restrictions or obligations holding him back from leaving at any time. Therefore, the answer "True" indicates that he had the freedom to leave whenever he desired without any constraints.

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4. Nefeli's mother doesn't ...... her watch TV on weekdays.

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The correct answer is "let." This is because "let" is the correct form of the verb to use in this sentence to indicate that Nefeli's mother does not allow or permit her to watch TV on weekdays. The other options, "letting" and "to let," are not grammatically correct in this context. The option "none of these" is incorrect because "let" is the appropriate choice.

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5. You should ...... greek food. It's delicious!

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The correct answer is "try." This is because the sentence is discussing the speaker's recommendation or suggestion to try Greek food, indicating that they believe it is delicious. The word "try" is the most appropriate choice as it conveys the idea of attempting or sampling Greek food for the first time.

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6. I really like this band. I can't stop ....... to it.

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The correct answer is "listening" because the sentence is in the present tense and "listening" is the present participle form of the verb "listen". It correctly completes the sentence by indicating that the person cannot stop engaging in the action of listening to the band.

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7. I may ...... hiking tomorrow if the weather is good.

Explanation

The sentence is in future tense and "may" indicates a possibility. The verb "go" is the correct choice because it matches the subject "I" and is used without the auxiliary verb "to". Therefore, the sentence should be "I may go hiking tomorrow if the weather is good."

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8. It's easy ...... between right and wrong!

Explanation

The phrase "It's easy to choose between right and wrong" implies that making a decision between what is morally correct and what is morally incorrect is a straightforward task. The use of "to choose" suggests that the action of selecting the right option is simple and uncomplicated.

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9. I spent most of my summer ...... under the hot sun.

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The correct answer is "sunbathing" because it is the present participle form of the verb "to sunbathe." The sentence suggests that the speaker spent a lot of time during the summer engaging in the activity of sunbathing, which involves lying or sitting in the sun to get a tan or relax.

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10. Remember .......me the book I gave you last week. I need it for a project

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The correct answer is "to give" because it is the infinitive form of the verb that matches the sentence structure and meaning. The phrase "to give" is used to express the intention or purpose of the speaker, indicating that they want someone to return the book.

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11. It might ...... tomorrow. You should take an umbrella.

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The correct answer is "rain" because the sentence is in the future tense and the word "might" indicates uncertainty. Therefore, "rain" is the most appropriate choice as it implies that it may or may not rain tomorrow.

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12. I hate ..... maths.

Explanation

The correct answer is "studying." This is because the sentence is expressing a dislike for math in general. The verb "hate" is followed by the gerund form of the verb, which is "studying" in this case.

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13. I started ...... photography lessons.

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The correct answer is "taking". This is because the sentence is in the past tense, indicating that the action of starting photography lessons has already happened. "Taking" is the correct past participle form of the verb "take" in this context.

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14.   A verb complement is necessary to complete the meaning of the verb in a sentence.

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A verb complement is an additional word or phrase that is necessary to complete the meaning of a verb. Examples of verb complements include direct objects, indirect objects, and subject complements. For instance, in the sentence "She gave him a gift," "a gift" is the direct object complement of the verb "gave," completing its meaning.
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15. My father makes me ....... out the rubbish.

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The correct answer is "take". In this sentence, the verb "make" is used in the causative sense, indicating that the subject's father is causing or forcing the subject to perform the action of taking out the rubbish. Therefore, the base form of the verb "take" is used after the verb "make".

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I have decided ...... a new car.
Travelling is a great way to discover different cultures.
He was free to go whenever he wanted.
Nefeli's mother doesn't ...... her watch TV on weekdays.
You should ...... greek food. It's delicious!
I really like this band. I can't stop ....... to it.
I may ...... hiking tomorrow if the weather is good.
It's easy ...... between right and wrong!
I spent most of my summer ...... under the hot sun.
Remember .......me the book I gave you last week. I need it for a...
It might ...... tomorrow. You should take an umbrella.
I hate ..... maths.
I started ...... photography lessons.
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My father makes me ....... out the rubbish.
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