Master The Art Of Verb Patterns With This Ultimate Quiz

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1. The company has agreed ____ my new mobile phone because it didn't work properly.

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The correct answer is "to change" because it indicates that the company has agreed to take action in order to replace or exchange the new mobile phone that was not functioning properly.

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Dive into the intricacies of language with the 'Master The Art Of Verb Patterns' quiz. Unleash your linguistic prowess as you tackle a series of questions designed to... see morechallenge your understanding of verb patterns. From basic structures to nuanced applications, this quiz offers an immersive experience for language enthusiasts and learners alike. Sharpen your skills, enhance your command of verb patterns, and gain confidence in expressing ideas. Whether you're a grammar enthusiast or a language student, this ultimate quiz is your gateway to mastering the art of verb patterns. see less

2. I miss _____ to the beach.

Explanation

The correct answer is "going" because it is the present participle form of the verb "go" and is used to show an ongoing action. In this sentence, "going" is needed to complete the phrase "to the beach" and indicate that the speaker misses the act of going to the beach.

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3. I don't fancy ____ out tonight.

Explanation

The phrase "I don't fancy" implies a lack of desire or interest in doing something. The word "going" fits this context because it indicates the action of physically leaving one's current location to go somewhere else. Therefore, the correct answer is "going" as it completes the sentence by expressing the speaker's lack of interest in going out tonight.

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4. It seems ___ snowing.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to be." This is because the sentence structure suggests that "to be" is the appropriate verb form to use after "seems." In this case, "seems" is followed by an adjective ("snowing"), and the infinitive form "to be" is used to express a state or condition. Therefore, "to be" is the correct choice to complete the sentence.

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5. Finally, I managed ___ all my homework!

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The correct answer is "to finish" because it is the appropriate infinitive form of the verb "manage" in this sentence. "Finally, I managed to finish all my homework" indicates that the speaker was able to successfully complete all of their homework tasks.

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6. Samuel pretended ____ sick, so he didn't have to go to school.

Explanation

The correct answer is "to be". In this sentence, Samuel pretended to be sick in order to avoid going to school. The phrase "to be" is used to indicate the state or condition that Samuel was pretending to have.

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7. Jessica should come to have dinner with us but she carries on ___ on her PS4.

Explanation

The correct answer is "playing". In this sentence, the phrase "carries on" suggests that Jessica continues or persists in doing something. The word "on" indicates that this action is ongoing. Therefore, the correct form is the gerund "playing," which functions as a noun and indicates the ongoing action of playing on her PS4.

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8. I know James can't stand ____ for the train.

Explanation

The correct answer is "waiting" because the phrase "can't stand" is followed by a gerund, which is the -ing form of a verb. In this case, "waiting" is the correct form of the verb "wait" to use after "can't stand."

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9. John would like ____ to the cinema with Jane.

Explanation

Pay attention: here the verb is "would like" not "like".

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10. I can't put off ___ to the doctor any longer.

Explanation

The phrase "put off" means to delay or postpone something. In this sentence, the speaker is saying that they cannot delay or postpone the action of going to the doctor any longer. Therefore, the correct form to use in this sentence is "going."

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11. Paul doesn't mind ____ on Sunday.

Explanation

Paul doesn't mind working on Sunday. This means that he is okay with doing work or being engaged in some kind of activity on that particular day of the week.

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12. I gave up ____ sugar in tea.

Explanation

The correct answer is "taking" because the phrase "gave up" is followed by a gerund form of the verb, which is used to indicate an action or state. In this case, "taking" is the correct form of the verb to use after "gave up" to show that the action of giving up sugar in tea is ongoing or continuous.

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13. He begged her ___ , but she took her things and left.

Explanation

In this sentence, the verb "begged" indicates that someone is pleading or requesting something. The phrase "to stay" is the infinitive form of the verb "stay" and functions as the object of the verb "begged." Therefore, the correct answer is "to stay" because it accurately completes the sentence and maintains the intended meaning that he pleaded for her to stay, but she still left.

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14. She avoided _____ her parents about the party.

Explanation

The correct answer is "telling" because it is the correct form of the verb to use after the verb "avoided." In this sentence, the subject "she" avoided doing something, which is indicated by the gerund form of the verb "tell." The infinitive form "to tell" would be incorrect in this context.

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15. When do you envisage ____ your degree?

Explanation

The correct answer is "finishing." In this question, the word "envisage" suggests that the speaker is asking about a future plan or expectation. To complete the sentence grammatically, we need a gerund form of the verb "finish." Therefore, "finishing" is the correct option as it functions as a gerund, which acts as a noun and fits the sentence structure.

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The company has agreed ____ my new mobile phone because it didn't...
I miss _____ to the beach.
I don't fancy ____ out tonight.
It seems ___ snowing.
Finally, I managed ___ all my homework!
Samuel pretended ____ sick, so he didn't have to go to school.
Jessica should come to have dinner with us but she carries on ___ on...
I know James can't stand ____ for the train.
John would like ____ to the cinema with Jane.
I can't put off ___ to the doctor any longer.
Paul doesn't mind ____ on Sunday.
I gave up ____ sugar in tea.
He begged her ___ , but she took her things and left.
She avoided _____ her parents about the party.
When do you envisage ____ your degree?
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